Posts Tagged ‘Fort McHenry’
Sep.
11
2024
Defenders’ Day: When Citizens Joined Forces With The Military
Back in 1814, Baltimore found itself under threat of invasion from British troops. Ordinary citizens teamed up forces with the military to defend and protect the city. I spoke with Ranger Ray Snyder about this year’s Defenders’ Day celebrations at Fort McHenry and beyond.
Sep.
13
2021
Honoring Defenders’ Day 2021 at Fort McHenry
Fort McHenry’s Defenders’ Day celebration will take place Friday and Saturday, September 17 and 18. Various activities are planned including a parade, musical performances, and living history re-enactors. I spoke with Ranger Shannon McLucas about this year’s remembrance of an important period in Baltimore’s history.
