Near North East in Cecil County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
“O! say can you see…”
Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail
Photographed By Don Morfe, March 10, 2015
1. “O! say can you see…” Marker
Inscription.
“O! say can you see…”. Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail traces the War of 18 12 in the Chesapeake. Along the trail you'll encounter tangible evidence of the war and stories that bring the people and events to life. Discover the far-reaching impacts of the war on this country and the world.
Experience the Trail , . Drive through rural landscapes and historic communities , . Paddle or cruise waterways where British and American troops once traveled , . Witness battles at reenactment events , . View the original Star-Spangled Banner flag and visit the house where it was made , . Hike or bike trails with stops at historic sites and scenic overlooks
The Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail traces the War of 1812 in the Chesapeake. Along the trail you'll encounter tangible evidence of the war and stories that bring the people and events to life. Discover the far-reaching impacts of the war on this country and the world.
Experience the Trail
• Drive through rural landscapes and historic communities
• Paddle or cruise waterways where British and American troops once traveled
• Witness battles at reenactment events
• View the original Star-Spangled Banner flag and visit the house where it was made
• Hike or bike trails with stops at historic sites and scenic overlooks
Erected by National Park Service-United States Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War of 1812. In addition, it is included in the Star Spangled Banner National Historic Trail series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1812.
Location. 39° 36.724′ N, 76° 0.552′ W. Marker is near North East, Maryland, in Cecil County. Marker is on Interstate 95. The marker is located at the rest-stop Chesapeake House, toward the southbound I-95 lanes. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: North East MD 21901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 14, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 444 times since then and 21 times this year. Last updated on February 16, 2020, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. Photos:1, 2. submitted on March 14, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. 3, 4. submitted on January 22, 2022, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.