Most of the time, when the national anthem is played, such as at sporting events, only the first verse is sung. The coronation service will conclude with the national anthem before Charles and ...

We only sing the first verse, but the national anthem actually has four. In the midst of the Civil War, poet Oliver Wendell Holmes penned yet another, which speaks to politically divisive times.

STAMFORD — As residents of the United States, we know the national anthem is a song that is sung to show respect to our country's flag and the soldiers who defend our rights.

The coronation service of King Charles III will feature a rare rendition of the second verse of the national anthem. By David Stubbings. Published May 6, 2023.