Relentless Raids Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail - Kinsale VA
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The British mounted a series of devastating raids across Virginia’s Northern Neck during 1813 and 1814. They plundered the area’s rich tobacco lands, lured new recruits from among its dense population of slaves, and destroyed property.
Waymark Code: WM1296E
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 04/03/2020
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Relentless Raids Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail-The British mounted a series of devastating raids across Virginia’s Northern Neck during 1813 and 1814. They plundered the area’s rich tobacco lands, lured new recruits from among its dense population of slaves, and destroyed property. The overmatched American militia could not stop them.
On July 14, 1813, British forces from HMS Mohawk and Contest captured and set fire to the schooner Asp in nearby Yeocomico River. The Americans managed to save the vessel, but the Asp’s young commander, Midshipman James Sigourney, was killed in the action.
The British returned in 1814 with a vengeance. Their superior forces prevailed at sites along the Coan River and Nomni Creek and destroyed most of Kinsale.
“The Buccaneer spared nothing at Kinsale but the hovel of a poor old negro woman—the houses (about 20 or 30) were burnt—every article was taken off which they could carry, the rest was destroyed…”
-Richmond Enquirer, August 10, 1814
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Depiction of the U.S. schooner Asp under attack by the British
British raiding parties often included former slaves who escaped the plantations to seek freedom with the enemy.
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Explore more of the area’s War of 1812 history at these nearby places:
* Kinsale Museum — Enjoy a walking tour of Kinsale and learn more of its history at the town’s museum.
* Virginia War of 1812 Heritage Trail — Discover historical markers and sites that highlight Virginia’s role in the war.
* Sigourney monument — Visit Bailey Cemetery in Kinsale to see a monument to James Sigourney, the commander of the Asp killed by the British in 1813.
* Nomini Creek — Travel by paddle or trailerable boat on lovely Nomini Creek, where British raiders came ashore twice in 1814.
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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.
(Inscription in the upper center) Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine-After a 23-hour bombardment, soldiers at Fort McHenry raised a large American flag early on September 14, 1814. That flag, signaling British retreat, inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words that became America’s national anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner.
Experience the Trail *Drive through rural landscapes and historic communities. *Paddle or cruise waterways where British and American troops once traveled. *Witness battles at reenactment events. *View the original Star-Spangled Banner flag and visit the house where it was made. *Hike or bike trails with stops at historic sites and scenic overlooks. *Join in commemorative events throughout the region.
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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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Explore this pivotal time in American history along the Star-Spangled Banner Historic Trail. To learn more, visit www.starspangeldtrail.net, www.nps.gov/stsp.
Date Erected/Dedicated: 2014
Who put it there? Private/Government?: National Park Service-United States Department of the Interior.
Location/Address:
490 Kinsale Road
Kinsale , VA USA
22488
County/Province: Westmoreland County
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