Armistead

To Col. George Armistead, April 10, 1779 April 25, 1818, commander of this fort during the bombardment by the British Fleet, Sept. 13-14 1814. War of 1812. Erected Spet. 12, 1914 by the City of Baltimore, Soc. War of 1812 contributing. In commemoration of the gallant defense of Fort McHenry under the command of Col. George Armistead, which was the inspiration of the National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner.