National Anthem

National anthems are a part of the modern day state, that are used to united people over a common symbol, a song. Whether played on national holidays or when you win the gold medal, they are used to evoke emotion and tie people to a state. According to Wikipedia, a national anthem, "evokes and eulogizes the history, traditions and struggles of its people." 


The Star-Spangled Banner is a large part of US culture and evokes memories of a young country's struggle for freedom. It symbolizes the hope of a young nation as it fights the British in its early days. In the lives of Americans, this song holds strong significance and emotional value.