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Cannonball from the waters surrounding Fort McHenry,
Baltimore Harbor, War of 1812
Cannonball (War of 1812). From the waters near Ft. McHenry, Baltimore Harbor. The War known as The Battle of Baltimore was during the War of 1812. The battle inspired Francis Scott Key to pen what became our National Anthem ”The Star Spangled Banner.” During September 13-14 the Fort successfully defended the City of Baltimore from an attack by the British. This ball is from the prestigious collection of Robert White, noted JFK collector and dealer in autographs and antiquities. The ball weighs just a few ounces short of five pounds..........$85.00
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