| Full Name |
Francis Scott Key |
| Date of Birth |
01 August 1779 |
| Place of Birth |
Frederick County, Maryland |
| Date of Death |
11 January 1843 |
| Place of Death |
Baltimore, Maryland |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
United States |
| Education |
St. John's College, Annapolis |
| Profession |
Lawyer, Poet |
| Years of Activity |
Early 19th Century |
| Brief Information |
Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer and amateur poet. He is best known for writing the lyrics to the United States' national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner." Key penned the poem during the War of 1812 after witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry by British ships. |