Late Night Patriot: The Call Heard Round The World

On September 12, 2001 Queen Elizabeth II ordered that the Star Spangled Banner be played at the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. This was meant to be a show of support and solidarity with the government and people of the United States of America. This was the first time a change in music had been ordered. Variations of the ceremony have been in place for over 350 years.

Throughout the July 4 holiday, the Star Spangled Banner will be played and heard many times.

Listen.