The Battle at Monocacy Junction: How the Railroad Saved Washington | B&O Railroad Museum

Lecture

Join the B&O for an exploration of how B&O Railroad President John W. Garrett, Major General Lew Wallace, and Lieutenant Colonel David R. Clendenin saved Washington and President Lincoln!

On June 29^th, following the 1 pm train ride, join Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and historian Stephen A. Goldman, M.D. for a riveting tale of the battle at Monocacy Junction. Goldman will recount the role played by then B&O President John W. Garrett in saving the nation’s capital from confederate capture and explore Civil War history through a new lens!

Best suited for ages 10+

Admission:

Included with Museum Admission. B&O Members FREE.

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