Author Talk: The War of 1812 in the Chesapeake

Author Talk with Dr. Ralph Eshelman
🕔 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Join historian and author Dr. Ralph Eshelman for an engaging exploration of The War of 1812 in the Chesapeake. Dr. Eshelman, a leading expert on the region’s maritime history, will delve into the dramatic events that unfolded along Maryland’s shores—where local communities found themselves at the center of one of America’s defining conflicts.

The author of numerous books, including The War of 1812 in the Chesapeake: A Reference Guide to Historic Sites and In Full Glory Reflected, Dr. Eshelman brings decades of research and storytelling to life in this riveting discussion of courage, conflict, and coastal resilience.

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