Protecting the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail

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Established by Congress in 2008, the Star-Spangled Banner National Historical Trail is a 560-mile long land and water route which connects historic sites throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.

General
- Park:
  
  Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail
- NPCA Region:
  
  Mid-Atlantic

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