1814-1914
Francis Scott Key 1780-1845
Class of 1796
Author of The Star Spangled Banner
In loving memory of her distinguished son whose eulogy is written in the heart of the nation and whose fame has spread throughout the world
Erected by the Alumni Association of St John's College
1696 - 1946
This tablet was fixed on McDowell Hall in 1946 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of King William's School. To this hall in 1785, in the 2nd year of St. John's College, came the students and masters of the school with their books and made one with the new college. This will remind men that all halls of learning are one hall.