> In 1795, the song named La Marseillaise was adopted as the national anthem ofwhich country?And the answer is: France.Written in 1792, "La Marseillaise" is the national anthem of France. Though itmight not seem it, this iconic anthem was composed in just one night, smack dabin the middle of the historic French Revolution. It was written after thedeclaration of war by France against Austria, and was originally titled "WarSong for the Army of the Rhine." The song is the first example of the "Europeanmarch" style of anthems.Like many other national anthems, “La Marseillaise” calls the country to action,inspiring patriotic fervor in its citizens and celebrating the pursuit ofliberty. Though anthems across the globe tend to embrace similar emphases onfreedom and patriotic sentiment, there is wide variation on what a country’santhem stands to celebrate. While the United States’ “Star Spangled Banner” andFrance’s “La Marseillaise” honor an influential battle, others pay homage to abeloved leader. Though the UK’s “God Save the Queen” isn’t quite an officialnational anthem, it’s considered a royal anthem and pays respect to their adoredmonarch. Below footage from the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II displaysthe anthem's pomp and circumstance.Anthems even find their place in popular culture. Casablanca is one of many toincorporate a national anthem into a narrative dealing with politicalinstability and conflict. In this iconic scene, "La Marseillaise" is heard loudand proud against a group of Nazis singing the German national anthem. TheFrench anthem soon overtakes the bar and finishes in a triumphant "Vive LaFrance!" Watch the video: