This historical print from the National Guard Heritage series depicts the Battle of North Point, Maryland, fought on September 12, 1814. This battle was a pivotal event in the War of 1812, when Maryland militia forces, under the command of Brigadier General John Stricker, faced a British force advancing on Baltimore. The vivid illustration captures the intensity of the American defense and the determined line of soldiers in period uniform. The text along the lower edge of the print provides context on the battle, its significance in delaying the British advance, and its legacy for the Maryland Army National Guard.
The print is dated 1983 and was produced by the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO), as indicated in the lower margin. Visible signs of age include scattered spotting and slight edge wear. See photos for Measurements if Measurements were taken.