Hessian Barracks (Frederick, Maryland)
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NRHP - National Register of Historic Places, 1780s construction
This is the original building for the school, which was historically known as the "Hessian Barracks", used during the Revolutionary War to detain Hessian mercenaries who were hired by the British. The buildings were used by Lewis and Clark to store supplies before their famous expedition began.
242 South Market Street
Frederick, Maryland 21705
mht.maryland.gov/nr/NRDetail.aspx?NRID=46
242 South Market Street
Frederick, Maryland 21705
mht.maryland.gov/nr/NRDetail.aspx?NRID=46
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hessian_Barracks
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Coordinates: 39°24'32"N 77°24'34"W
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