The Fall of Washington, August 24-27, 1814
Through the Perilous Fight, Six Weeks That Saved the Nation
By Steve Vogel
Following the American defeat at Bladensburg, President Madison flees the Capital while the British burn the public buildings behind him. The Maryland Militia march into the countryside too and head for Baltimore where they will help defend the city at Hamstead Hill and Fort McHenry. To see all 4 maps created for Through the Perilous Fight, click here.
