Turning Point - Saint Leonard MD
Posted by: 
Don.Morfe
N 38° 28.311 W 076° 30.348
18S E 368642 N 4259243
The marker is on St. Leonard Road, Saint Leonard, MD United States
20685
Waymark Code: WM18RMT
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 09/19/2023
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Turning Point Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail-War of 1812
The original St. Leonard’s Town, at the head of St. Leonard Creek, served as the Chesapeake Flotilla’s base in June 1814. The flotilla moved out after intense fighting on June 26, exposing the town to destructive British raids.
The town site suffered from effects of the war and silting of the creek, so St. Leonard was reestablished in its present location.
Well-Defended
St. Leonard’s Town was secure when the Chesapeake Flotilla defended its base. U.S. Infantry and marines stationed on Fort Hill protected the flotilla’s left flank. A one-gun battery protected the opposite shore. A floating boom between these two points blocked access to the town.
Name of Battle:
Battle at St. Leonard Creek
Name of War: War of 1812
Date(s) of Battle (Beginning): 06/26/1814
Entrance Fee: Not Listed
Parking: Not Listed
Date of Battle (End): Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Post a photo of you in front of a sign or marker posted at the site of the battle (or some other way to indicate you have personally visited the site.
In addition it is encouraged to take a few photos of the surrounding area and interesting features at the site.