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Baltimore, Md., established as a national park 1925, as a national monument and historic shrine 1939. The monument, located on the Patapsco R. at the entrance to the upper harbor of Baltimore, preserves Fort McHenry. The fort, which has been restored, was erected in 1794 and named for James McHenry (1753–1816), a revolutionary patriot and U.S. secretary of war (1794–1800). On Sept. 13–14, 1814, during the War of 1812, the fort successfully withstood a 25-hour bombardment by the British fleet under Sir George Cockburn (1772–1853). The experience of this bombardment, and the sight of the American flag waving over the fort after the firing had ceased, inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Area, 17.5 ha (43.3 acres).
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MysteryQuest: Stonehenge Wednesday, December 02 at 9 PM CST
Stonehenge. To this day no one knows the true purpose of Stonehenge, the ancient monument in the British countryside. There are many theories: a shrine celebrating a god; an ancient solar calendar; or maybe a sacrificial altar for an unknown pagan
MysteryQuest: Stonehenge Thursday, December 03 at 1 AM CST
Stonehenge. To this day no one knows the true purpose of Stonehenge, the ancient monument in the British countryside. There are many theories: a shrine celebrating a god; an ancient solar calendar; or maybe a sacrificial altar for an unknown pagan
Ancient Discoveries: The Ancient Mega-Fort Thursday, December 03 at 9 PM CST
The Ancient Mega-Fort. Holding off invasion and protecting its people, ancient civilizations came up with creative, efficient and effective means of self-protection and defense. Walk the grounds of the castle that helped create Great Britain and
Ancient Discoveries: The Ancient Mega-Fort Friday, December 04 at 1 AM CST
The Ancient Mega-Fort. Holding off invasion and protecting its people, ancient civilizations came up with creative, efficient and effective means of self-protection and defense. Walk the grounds of the castle that helped create Great Britain and
Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgiving: Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgivin... Tuesday, November 24 at 10 PM CST
Home for the Holidays: The History of Thanksgiving.. From the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock, Lincoln's 1863 declaration naming it a national holiday, to turkey, Macy's parade, and football, we'll share the abundant feast of Thanksgiving
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Great American History Quiz: The Star Spangled Banner
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This Day in History: 09/13/1814- Star-Spangled Banner Penned
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Howitzer Fired
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This Day in History: 12/06/1884 - The Washington Monument
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Cuban Missile Crisis Background
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Great American History Quiz: The Star Spangled Banner
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In a The Great American History quiz for kids video, Mandy Moore states that the Star Spangled Banner has been popular for almost ten thousand weeks! Our nation's anthem was written in 1814 by a lawyer named Francis Scott Key.
In a The Great American History quiz for kids video, Mandy Moore states that the Star Spangled Banner has been popular for almost ten thousand weeks! Our nation's anthem was written in 1814 by a lawyer named Francis Scott Key.
This Day in History: 09/13/1814- Star-Spangled Banner Penned
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Francis Scott Key pens a poem which is later set to music and in 1931 becomes America's national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Francis Scott Key pens a poem which is later set to music and in 1931 becomes America's national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Howitzer Fired
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Sgt. Kevin Allen captures footage of soldiers from 'A' Battery, 3/7th Field Artillery , 25th Infantry Division as they fire a howitzer to register the weapon in FOB McHenry near Tikrit, Iraq.
Sgt. Kevin Allen captures footage of soldiers from 'A' Battery, 3/7th Field Artillery , 25th Infantry Division as they fire a howitzer to register the weapon in FOB McHenry near Tikrit, Iraq.
This Day in History: 12/06/1884 - The Washington Monument
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On this day in 1884, in Washington, D.C., workers place a nine-inch aluminum pyramid atop a tower of white marble, completing the construction of an impressive monument to the city's namesake and the nation's first president, George Washington.
On this day in 1884, in Washington, D.C., workers place a nine-inch aluminum pyramid atop a tower of white marble, completing the construction of an impressive monument to the city's namesake and the nation's first president, George Washington.
Cuban Missile Crisis Background
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In this History Channel video, learn that after touring the country, John F. Kennedy returns to Washington with a cold. But behind the scenes, a major crisis is developing; it?s name is Cuba. Historically, Cuba and the U.S. had been friends.
In this History Channel video, learn that after touring the country, John F. Kennedy returns to Washington with a cold. But behind the scenes, a major crisis is developing; it?s name is Cuba. Historically, Cuba and the U.S. had been friends.
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