Col. George Armistead Monument At Federal Hill (Baltimore, MD)
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Location
Up the hill from Key Highway and Covington Street (Street View)
GPS: 39° 16′ 49.06″ N 76° 36′ 29.23″ W
History
George Armistead (1780-1818) was commander of Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore. One of five brothers to serve in the War of 1812, he rapidly distinguished himself as a courageous soldier. After the Americans took Fort George from the British in 1813, Armistead delivered the captured British flags to President James Madison, prompting his appointment as commander of Fort McHenry. He is most famous for ordering the creation of the Star-Spangled Banner, the muse of our national anthem. Goerge Armistead died in 1818, at 38 years of age. This marble monument was dedicated in 1828 with G. Metzger serving as architect.
Notes
One of two memorials to Armistead, the other being at Fort McHenry, this monument sits atop Federal Hill overlooking the Inner Harbor. The Samuel Smith monument and a large American flag stand nearby, along with a nice park and playground. This is the site of much activity during the warmer months and offers an excellent vantage point of the city.
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