Havre de Grace War of 1812 Commemoration

Currier House has a fine history related to the War of 1812

Asquith Sharp Shooters, Maryland Militia, War of 1812

On the porch of Currier House ,  2012

Members of the War of 1812 re-enactment team, Asquith’s Sharpshooters of the Maryland Militia, a.k.a. Explorer Post 438 of St. Rita Catholic Church in Dundalk, Md

British Soldiers War of 1812

British Soldiers War of 1812

 

In 1813 when the City of Havre de Grace lost nearly 2/3s of their 60+ buildings due to the plundering and burning of the town by the British, Currier House was one of those left standing.

Flintlock Pistols like those used in 1812

Flintlock Pistols

 

We found an interesting site regarding the firearms used during the War of 1812. Check it out by CLICKING HERE.

We’ll share more in the coming days.

In the meantime, visit our City’s Tourism Site for details on the upcoming weekend celebration, May 3-5.