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Francis Scott Key
About
American lawyer and poet who wrote The Star-Spangled Banner (1779-1843)
Quick Facts
- Name
- Francis Scott Key
- Born
- 1779-08-01
- Died
- 1843-01-11
- Occupation
- poet / lawyer / writer / poet lawyer / lyricist
- Citizenship
- United States
- Birthplace
- Terra Rubra
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseMary Tayloe Lloyd
Family
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Awards & Nominations
1 received · 0 nominations listed in Wikidata
| Year | Award / category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| — | Songwriters Hall of Fame | Received |
Notable Works
- Defence of Fort McHenryPoem by Francis Scott Key
- The Star-Spangled Bannernational anthem of the United States of America
Education
- St. John's College
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q320633 ↗
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