Hessian Barracks (Frederick, Maryland)

USA / Maryland / Frederick / Frederick, Maryland / Maryland Route 355 (Frederick Road) *, 242
 NRHP - National Register of Historic Places, 1780s construction
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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

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Coordinates:   39°24'32"N   77°24'34"W
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