Harford County to Fly War of 1812 Flags

County Executive David Craig issued an order recently that Harford County will fly "War of 1812 flags" in some public spaces.

With 15 stars and 15 stripes, the flag's design represents the states that existed as part of the U.S. at the time of the nation's conflict with Great Britain over sovereignty.

Craig stated that the War of 1812 flags will fly in the following Harford County locations through Dec. 24, 2014:

• Havre de Grace Activity Center
• Harford County Government Administration Building in Bel Air
• Harford County Council Office Building in Bel Air
• Harford County Courthouse
• McFaul Activity Center in Bel Air

The city of Havre de Grace issued a similar order, and it installed 15-star flags in public spaces in January.

During the course of the war, which lasted from 1812 to 1815, British troops stormed Maryland.

“The city of Havre de Grace was directly engaged in the war and was attacked by the British on May 3, 1813, resulting in much of the town being destroyed,” Craig said in his executive order.

In fact, this May the city of Havre de Grace will host a weekend filled with events to commemorate the war and its involvement.

“Due to Harford County’s long involvement in the War of 1812, the loss of lives and property, I believe it is only fitting that this year, 2013, should be celebrated as the bicentennial year to recognize this significant chapter in the history of our county, state and nation,” Craig said.

Get more information about the War of 1812 bicentennial in Havre de Grace.