Up at the top of Chesapeake Bay, the town of Havre de Grace is hosting an 1812 event this weekend, May 1. In the past, this has been a worthwhile event and kid friendly for all those young history buffs! You can read the article at the local community blog, The Cecil Observer:
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Here’s an interesting newspaper article reporting that the latest research shows the final battle of the War of 1812 was not New Orleans, but a relatively overlooked fight in Alabama that took place in January 1815.
Here’s an excerpt from the article:
“ revealed the last battle of the War of 1812 was not fought...
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The new Star-Spangled Banner Geotrail is a journey through American history and across the landscapes of the Chesapeake Bay. In just four weeks after launching in late February, the Geotrail received 2,700 visits from individuals, families and groups, many of whom are visiting these historic sites, parks, museums and refuges for the first time....
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