John Stricker

1759–1825 (age 66)

Military Officer

Biography

John Stricker led Maryland militia with calm courage, most notably in the defense of Baltimore during the War of 1812 when his troops held their ground at North Point and inspired the city to stand firm.

His service and steady leadership endeared him to neighbors, and his memory stands at Westminster Hall and Burying Ground as a reminder of the sacrifices made in that trying hour.

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1799–1878 (age 79)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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Robert Gilmor
1808–1875 (age 67)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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David Stewart
1800–1858 (age 58)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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Philip Barton Key II
1818–1859 (age 41)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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John Spear Smith
1786–1866 (age 80)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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Samuel Sterett
1758–1833 (age 75)
Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
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