[smooth=id:82;] As we traveled along Maryland’s “Star-Spangled Banner” Trail we met several War of 1812 historians that took us through significant historic sites.  We learned about the role of Maryland in the War of 1812 from visits to Ft. McHenry, the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, Jefferson Patterson Park, Sotterley Plantation, the U.S. Naval Academy and more.  Of course we enjoyed an audience with the author of The Star-Spangled Banner Francis Scott Key.

To learn more about Maryland’s role in the War of 1812 visit www.StarSpangled200.org.