Francis Scott Key (August 1, 1779 – January 11, 1843) was an American lawyer, author, and amateur poet from Frederick, Maryland, who is best known for writing the lyrics for the American national anthem "The Star-Spangled Banner".
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1 August 1779 Frederick, MD
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Died |
11 January 1843 (aged 63) Baltimore, MD
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Zodiac | Leo |
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