On This Day: In a turning point in the War of 1812, the British fail to capture Baltimore.... (1814)

On September 13, 1814: In a turning point in the War of 1812, the British fail to capture Baltimore. During the battle, Francis Scott Key composes his poem "Defence of Fort McHenry", which is later set to music and becomes the United States' national anthem.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.