Complete Guide to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine located in Baltimore, Maryland! This guide includes history, things to do, where to stay, nearby camping, and so much more!

During the War of 1812, British forces sailed to Baltimore, Maryland, intent on attacking the city. But Baltimore was defended by Fort McHenry — a star-shaped fort perfectly situated on the Baltimore ...

(AP Photo/Julio Cortez) Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine is a famous site located in Baltimore best known for its role in the War of 1812. During the Battle of Baltimore in ...

A gentleman passed here from Baltimore this morning, on whom the utmost reliance can be placed, who states that Fort McHenry was certainly reinforced with six hundred men. Also, that the ...