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Apr. 12, 2008 - where we've been and what we saw....part 1
Our latest trip ( and our last overnighter before we leave).
We started our day with a stop at Fort McHenry in Baltimore.
For all you who haven't studied this area/time period yet.... this is the fort that was bombed
during the war of 1812
(over 1500 bombs were launched at it in a 2 day period) while Francis Scott Key was
on a ship in the harbor penning the words to the Star Spangled Banner.
Here's on of the bombs launched at it by the British. (they're huge!)
This is one of the many cannons at the fort. Notice the wheeled mechanism it rests on
so it can be turned. Pretty impressive for 1812.
The soldiers barracks. Two men per bed, unless you were an officer.
The jail (and jail birds! no pictures please!)
And a trip to the fort wouldn't be compete without two cuties on a rampart.
It was a beautiful day (notice NO jackets) at Fort Mc Henry, Baltimore.
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Apr. 12, 2008 - Untitled Comment |
| Posted by 4sweetums |
I would love to be a member of your family right now. You guys are getting to go so many great places. Thanks for letting all of us have a glimpse.
Blessings,
Dawn |
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