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The Rescue of Dr. Beanes

During the War of 1812 a Baltimore attorney goes on a rescue mission behind the British lines. His name is Francis Scott Key and the trip inspires him to write the national anthem, ""The Star Spangled Banner.""

English
  • Originally Aired June 21, 1955
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network ABC (US)
  • Notes Is a season finale
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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Name Type Role
Harold Shumate Writer
Sobey Martin Director