To that end, the Star-Spangled Banner Centennial Celebration week was full of monument and historic plaque dedications, historical exhibitions and speeches at various institutions across the city, a recreation of the bombardment of Fort McHenry (in fireworks), and the arrival of historic ships in Baltimore’s harbor. He hoped the celebration of an event of such national importance would instill patriotism and respect for the American flag in the nation.
Preston first suggested the centennial celebration in 1913. From September 6 to 13, 1914, Baltimore was the site of a spectacular celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Baltimore and the penning of “Star-Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key.
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