Trail that commemorates the Chesapeake Campaign of the War of 1812
The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail is a National Historic Trail that commemorates the Chesapeake Campaign of the War of 1812 . The 560-mile (900 km) trail was named after "The Star-Spangled Banner ," the national anthem of the United States . Consisting of water and overland routes, the trail extends from Tangier Island , Virginia , through southern Maryland , the District of Columbia , the Chesapeake Bay , and Baltimore , Maryland . The trail also contains sites on Maryland's Eastern shore.[1]
Activities on the trail include hiking, biking, boating, and geocaching on the Star-Spangled Banner Geotrail. Sites on the trail include towns raided and/or burned by the British, battles and engagements, museums, and forts.
It was authorized by the Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 .[1]
References
^ a b "Learn About the Park - Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail". National Park Service. Retrieved July 27, 2022 .
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Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail
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National Park Service Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail Guide
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