Coast Guard removes Francis Scott Key buoy for winter season
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James Rankin crewmembers remove the Francis Scott Key buoy from the Patapsco River in Baltimore to prepare for the winter season, Dec. 3, 2018. The specially designed buoy marks the spot where Francis Scott Key witnessed the bombardment of Fort McHenry and inspired him to write the 'Star Spangled Banner.' (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ronald Hodges)