This is a monument dedicated to Col. George Armistead, who commanded Ft. McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore. This monument is located in Federal Hill, but there is a second one dedicated to him in Ft. McHenry. In addition, an entire fort built at the turn of the century in the southeast corner of the city, (now a city park) is also dedicated to him. He died only a few years after the battle.
Aside from maintaining the fort during the British bombardment in the battle of Baltimore, Armistead is also known for ordering the creation of the giant flag to be flown above the fort. We all know that a flag was seen by Key above Ft. McHenry, and became the inspiration for the national anthem.
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1 Adam // Nov 20, 2009 at 7:14 AM
Is that an office building in the lower right hand corner?
2 Jeff // Nov 23, 2009 at 8:01 AM
Actually I belive those are apartments.
3 LEC // Dec 1, 2009 at 1:17 PM
It’s the Lutheran Center at Christ Church.
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