Useful information
- Phone : +1 410-962-4290
- Website: : http://www.nps.gov/fomc
Description
Built in 1798 at the southern entrance to the harbour, Fort McHenry, designed by French architect Jean Foncin, was clearly inspired by Vauban's technique. The fort's most notably distinguished itself during the battle of 13 September 1814 against the British Army. Francis Scott Key (1779-1843) immortalised the battle with a poem that became the American national anthem in 1931. Exhibitions cover the site and military life in the 19C, while the Rangers provide guided tours and activities.
Localisation
Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide2.22 km - 1415 Key Highway, Baltimore 21230
- The Green Guide2.35 km - Baltimore
- The Green Guide2.95 km - 800 Key Highway, Baltimore 21230
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Where to sleepnearby
- From US$114Courtyard Baltimore Downtown/McHenry Row1.73 km - 1803 Porter Street, Baltimore MD 21230
- From US$127The Inn at Henderson's Wharf, Ascend Hotel Collection2.04 km - 1000 Fell St., Baltimore MD 21231
- From US$251Sagamore Pendry BaltimoreMICHELIN Guide2.3 km - 1715 Thames Street, Baltimore MD 21231
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