Entering Fort McHenry...A Deadly Crossfire - Baltimore, MD
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N 39° 15.804 W 076° 34.751
18S E 363760 N 4347195
One of many historical markers at Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland.
Waymark Code: WM14VAA
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 08/26/2021
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The plaque says, "You are standing in the most vulnerable point of Fort McHenry, and potentially the most deadly. The main entrance was the weakest part of the fort's walls. Fearing a British land attack, the defenders built the Ravelin (the structure to your right) for protection in 1813.
Wedge-shaped, the Ravelin would split an enemy assault against the main gate. The fort's star-shape allowed cannons to be mounted on each bastion or "point" to catch an enemy in a murderous crossfire.
A ditch or "dry moat surrounded the fort and offered protection for both the fort's walls and the 600 U.S. infantry troops."
Group that erected the marker: NPS
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Baltimore, MD, USA
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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