Fort McHenry is a historical coastal pentagonal fort located in the Locust Point neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. The fort is located at the entrance to the Baltimore harbor and was built on the site of an older fort. The fort earned its place in history for its role in successfully defending Baltimore Harbor from an attack by the British navy during the War of 1812.

The heroic defense of the fort by only 1,000 American soldiers inspired Francis Scott Key to compose "The Star Spangled Banner.” Fort McHenry is open to the public and offers a range of programs and special events that celebrate the park's history.

Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, 2400 E Fort Ave, Baltimore, MD 21230

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