The Star Spangled Banner is both the title and the objective of the recently unveiled commemorative book following the story of the flag which globally embodies patriotism, rugged individualism and independence. A detailed volume which meticulously describes the Smithsonian’s effort to save the flag for generations and to maintain its essential preeminent symbolism. Featuring a wide range of flag-inspired images and motifs to deeply enlighten the broader meaning of the American flag and to elucidate about gone history.