Proud of Our Stand

Proud of Our Stand (HM1APW)

Location: Dundalk, MD 21222 Baltimore County
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Country: United States of America
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N 39° 16.693', W 76° 29.148'

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Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail

In 1814 Baltimore's defenders watched about 4,500 British troops march from North Point toward the city. Roughly 3,200 Americans, led by Brigadier General John Stricker, were sent to impede the advance. He positioned his men across a road at a narrow neck of land midway between North Point and Baltimore.

The Battle of North Point occurred on September 12. When the smoke cleared, the Americans had retreated but not before inflicting many British casualties, including the death of the Major General Robert Ross. Though technically a British victory, the stiff American defense surprised the British who failed to pursue, allowing the Americans to join the forces on Hampstead Hill, ready to repel an anticipated attack.

"I feel pride in the belief that the stand made on Monday, in no small degree, tended to check the temerity of the foe, daring to invade a country like ours, and designing the destruction of our city..." - Brigadier Gen. John Stricker (pictured here) to Major Gen. Samuel Smith, September 15, 1814.

Places to explore the Battle for Baltimore:

Methodist Meeting House Site - A church here served as a hospital for both sides after Battle of North Point

Battle Acre Park - Monument honoring North Point "Old Defenders"

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine - Exhibits and programs about the Star-Spangled Banner and defense of Baltimore

North Point State Park - Exhibits and programs about War of 1812; Todd's Inheritance Historic Site

[Side 2]

O! say can you see..."

The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail traces the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake. Along the trail you'll encounter tangible evidence of the war and stories that bring the people and events to life. Discover the far-reaching impacts of the war on this county and the world.

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War in the Chesapeake

During the War of 1812 the young United States was embroiled in conflict with Great Britain. From 1812 to 1815 Americans fought to protect their rights and economic independence. They faced superior enemy forces on the homefront and the high seas.

The strategically important Chesapeake Bay region felt the brunt of the war, choked by shipping blockades and ravaged by enemy raids. The events in this region were crucial to the outcome of the war.

Though there was no clear victor at the end of the war, the United States protected its democracy and emerged with heightened stature on the world stage.
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HM NumberHM1APW
Series This marker is part of the Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail series
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Placed ByNational Park Service
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Date Added Sunday, October 12th, 2014 at 7:25am PDT -07:00
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Locationbig map
UTM (WGS84 Datum)18S E 371844 N 4348703
Decimal Degrees39.27821667, -76.48580000
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 39° 16.693', W 76° 29.148'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds39° 16' 41.58" N, 76° 29' 8.88" W
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Area Code(s)443, 410
Closest Postal AddressAt or near 3076-3144 North Point Rd, Dundalk MD 21222, US
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