Turning Point Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail - Saint Leonard MD
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Don.Morfe
N 38° 28.311 W 076° 30.348
18S E 368642 N 4259243
The original St. Leonard’s Town, at the head of St. Leonard Creek, served as the Chesapeake Flotilla’s base in June 1814.
Waymark Code: WM1276H
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 03/18/2020
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Turning Point Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail-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.
Who put it there? Private/Government?: National Park Service-United States Department of the Interior.
Location/Address:
St. Leonard Road
Saint Leonard , MD USA
20685
County/Province: Calvert County
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Photos Will Be Uploaded: yes
Date Erected/Dedicated: Not listed
Website (related) if available: Not listed
Hours or Restrictions if Appropiate: Not listed
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