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200 years later, a treason trial in Baltimore
In the wake of the British burning of Washington and the end of the War of 1812, a Maryland lawyer and businessman who returned four British soldiers to the enemy stood on trial for treason in 1815. Almost 200 years later, local judges, attorneys and members of the legal community gathered to recreate the scene in which defense attorney William Pinkney delivered the closing argument that resulted [...]
Star-Spangled Spectacular offers last chance for 1812 publicity
The Star-Spangled Spectacular, the last hurrah in a two-year commemoration of the War of 1812, represents the last big chance for Baltimore to capitalize on this historic anniversary, not just in dollars, but in reputation.
Dressed for the occasion
When you sport War of 1812 period clothing, you'll probably stand out at a convention.
Bicentennial spreads wealth through Chesapeake Campaign festivals
War of 1812 celebrations prove popular in two smaller towns.
War of 1812 conference to be held at Naval Academy
ANNAPOLIS — More than 200 people are expected to be in Annapolis to discuss the War of 1812. The Capital of Annapolis reports scholars from England, Canada and the United […]
State awards more grants for War of 1812 commemoration events
The Chesapeake Campaign — a series of events celebrating Maryland’s role in the victory of the War of 1812 — is set to kick off later this month, thanks in part to a state grant program that helps fund the events and similar supporting projects.
Nonprofit recruits international visitors for culmination of Star-Spangled 200
The British are coming, the British are coming! And they might be joined by the Norwegians, the Portuguese, the Serbs — or dozens of other potential visitors.
Taking flight: An afternoon with the Blue Angels
Aboard the Marine Corps C-130–What’s it feel like to get to 1,500 feet in two seconds? Like a bowling ball pressing against your entire body, but your eyeballs still somehow […]
The selling of the War of 1812 bicentennial
While the War of 1812 may be in the DNA of Marylanders, it’s not always in their minds. “Most people, the only thing they really know about the War of […]
Maryland Moment – 1812 meets 2012
Do you like taking photos? The Daily Record wants your photos for print and online. Send us your Maryland Moment. Check out a slideshow of our past Photos of the […]
Tall ships set to sail into Baltimore
More than 40 tall ships and naval vessels from 12 countries will fill Baltimore‘s waters starting June 13. The “Star-Spangled Sailabration” marks the start of Maryland‘s three-year commemoration of the […]
Revival at Inner Harbor blooms
The Inner Harbor’s revival is starting to come to fruition as the curtain lifts on the biggest changes at the Light Street Pavilion since it opened three decades ago. Several […]
