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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic ShrineCannon demonstrations are staged on most summer weekends.
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Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine
Animals
 

Although Fort McHenry is a National Monument and Historic Shrine, the 42-acre park abounds in small animals and birds. Many visitors enjoy the pleasures of walking the Sea Wall Trail and observing the squirrels, rabbits and birds.

 

 

 
A prisoner at Fort McHenry.  

Did You Know?
During the Civil War, Fort McHenry served as a prison for both political and military prisoners of war.

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Last Updated: January 09, 2009 at 10:29 EST