Site of Fort Hollingsworth - Elkton, MD
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One of many historical markers at Elk Landing in Elkton, Maryland.
Waymark Code: WM15H4X
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 01/06/2022
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The plaque says, "About three tenths mile south at Elks Landing, American forces here and at Fort Defiance, about 1 mile below on Elk River, repulsed the Britsh under Admiral Cackburn in their attempt to capture Elkton, April 29, 1813."
Date Erected/Dedicated: Unknown
Who put it there? Private/Government?: Maryland Historical Society
Location/Address:
Elkton, MD, USA
County/Province: Cecil County
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