Medal - History of the United States National Anthem Inspired at Fort McHenry
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1966-1977 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 34.6 g |
| Diameter | 44.40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.85 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Edge | Smooth with Inscription |
| Period | |
| Notice | |
| Reference(s) | Franklin#HUS-39 |
| Obverse description | |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE HF SEPTEMBER 13-14, 1814 |
| Reverse description | |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | 1814 JULY 5 - Open battle won by Americans at Chippewa; AUG. 24 - U.S. Capital at Washington burned by the British; SEP. 11 - U.S. Navy stops the British invasion from Canada at Lake Champlain; SEP. 13-14 - Defense of Fort McHenry inspires National Anthem; DEC. 24 - Peace signed at Ghent. FM |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 2574283580 |
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