Key was inspired by the sight of a lone U.S. flag still flying over Fort McHenry at daybreak, as reflected in the now-famous words of the “Star-Spangled Banner”: “And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.”
The Church of England, Protestants, and puritans. The church of England was like get out if you don't join. Also they refused to support in parliament.
