Monocacy NB Gambrill Mill Trail - Frederick MD
N 39° 22.042 W 077° 23.247
18S E 294328 N 4360263
Gambrill Mill is one of the sites that makes up the Monocacy National Battlefield park. This short trail brings you within view of significant locations of the Battle.
Waymark Code: WM6C3K
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 05/11/2009
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Known as “The Battle that Saved Washington, DC”, the Battle of Monocacy Junction ended with a Union defeat but delayed Confederate Gen. Jubal Early's march to Washington, DC, long enough for the Union to reinforce the city's defenses. The fighting was close and intense and there are also amazing stories of local families caught up in midst of the combat that day.
In 1855, Gambrill Mill was purchased by James H. Gambrill who turned it into a prosperous business. In July 1864, during the Battle of Monocacy Junction, Union troops took positions in the mill yard and the Mill was used as a field hospital despite being close to the Battle and under fire.
This 1/2-mile walk brings you to the Monocacy riverbank and to where you can view the location of the bridge and railroad that were so important to the outcome of the Battle.
The portion of the trail from the Mill to the river is wheelchair accessible.
Approximate Time to Finish: 1/2 hour
Addtional Website URL: [Web Link]
Brochure or Interpretive Signs: Interpretive Plaques/Signs
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Fee?: Not Listed
Wherigo Cartridge: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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