The most notable aspect of the British assault upon Baltimore was:

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The most notable aspect of the British assault upon Baltimore was its inspiration for the eventual national anthem. Francis Scott Key was inspired by the American flag flying over Fort McHenry during the battle and wrote "The Star-Spangled Banner". The other options are incorrect because Fort McHenry was not completely destroyed (A), there were not a large number of civilian casualties (B), the siege did last a few days but was not particularly long (C), and while the U.S. Navy did play a role in the defense of Baltimore, it was not the most notable aspect of the assault (E).

The Most Notable Aspect of the British Assault Upon Baltimore