In Focus🎥: A Deeper Meaning to the🎇4th of July Fireworks (Countdown to America's 250th🎂)!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY USA! As the United States starts its final countdown to a Milestone 250th Anniversary in 2026, and fireworks fill the skies across the country, perhaps a moment of reflection is in order.

Join us in (re-)discovering one version of the inspiring story of Francis Scott Key, and the US National Anthem he authored, amidst the chaos of war. We explore the bravery and the profound meaning of the flag's survival. Immerse yourself with us in what it means to be an American and do enjoy the fireworks displays this time of year, perhaps, with a greater understanding of its symbolism.

Through July 2026, the US will embrace patriotic displays in every state. Let's never forget the struggles, failures, and triumphs the people of this country have lived.

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Special recognition to Mona Rose for creating the viral Francis Scott Key video clip of the gripping audio track with a disclaimer on her account that some elements have had the full accuracy of the story disputed. The original video can be found here: https://youtu.be/YaxGNQE5ZLA?si=6f8kDYxStRcWKCmv

A further account of the historic Battle of Baltimore can be found here: https://www.kusc.org/articles/the-story-behind-the-star-spangled-banner

And... of course, immense recognition to Lee Greenwood and the United States Airforce Band ( www.youtube.com/@TheUSAFBand ) for their joint rendition of his legendary song. The video of this performance can be found at https://youtu.be/gs0fxy8rHo8?si=TY5-Eto94TXTcZro

Lastly, special recognition goes to David and Tammy O'Keefe for providing the amazing fireworks display included in this video that embodies the Patriotism of all likeminded Americans.

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0:00:00 Intro

0:00:11 The story of the Star-Spangled Banner and its author Francis Scott Key

0:08:34 Fireworks Display with Lee Greenwood and the US Airforce Band performing God Bless the U.S.A

0:12:05 Outro / End

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