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| − | A ''' | + | A '''national anthem''' is a patriotic [[song]] or [[hymn]] of a [[country]] that is played for special occasions. It is often performed at [[public]] events and assemblies to express national [[ideal]]s and to stimulate [[patriotism]] and [[loyalty]] to one's country. One of the first known national anthems was penned by [[Great Britain]], titled "[[God Save the King|God Save the King (or Queen)]]." The national anthem of the [[United States]] is [[The Star-Spangled Banner]]. |
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A national anthem is a patriotic song or hymn of a country that is played for special occasions. It is often performed at public events and assemblies to express national ideals and to stimulate patriotism and loyalty to one's country. One of the first known national anthems was penned by Great Britain, titled "God Save the King (or Queen)." The national anthem of the United States is The Star-Spangled Banner.