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Baltimore History

Find links to information about key events and people in Baltimore's history, including the Battle of Baltimore and Edgar Allan Poe.
Fort McHenry National Park
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Fort McHenry Guard
On Baltimore's Defender's Day and on summer weekends, Fort McHenry's band of history re-enactors brings to life the history of the battle that inspired the Star-Spangled Banner.
Defenders Day in Baltimore
Defenders Day, a Maryland holiday, seems like the 4th July in September. What with the fireworks, parades, ceremonies, military bands and all. In Baltimore people take the September 12 holiday pretty seriously.
Fort McHenry Guard
On Baltimore's Defender's Day and on summer weekends, Fort McHenry's band of history re-enactors brings to life the history of the battle that inspired the Star-Spangled Banner.
Baltimore Lore: Edgar Allan Poe
From a well-established Baltimore family, horror genre creator Edgar Allan Poe lived and died here. A mysterious visitor drinks a toast to Poe at his graveside every year.
African-American History Sites
These African-American heritage attractions and cultural institutions throughout the Baltimore area tell of the history and traditions of the Maryland black community.
2006 Maryland Governor's Race Roundup
Presumed since 2002, the Ehrlich-O'Malley match up turned into a decisive win for Baltimore Mayor Martin O'Malley.
The Maryland Historical Society
Acting as the keeper of Maryland history, the Society is the state's oldest cultural institution. Located in Mount Vernon, the museum collects, preserves, and interprets materials reflecting Maryland's diverse heritage.
U.S.S. John Brown
Built in Baltimore during World War II, this "Liberty Ship" is one of the last of its kinds. It's now docked in Canton.

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