Historical Marker

Commodore Stephen Decatur, USN

US 113 (Worcester Highway) northbound, at Tripoli Street, southeast corner · Berlin · Worcester

Maryland marker

Inscription

Commodore Stephen Decatur, USN Born near this site Jan. 5, 1779. His heroic exploits in Tripolitan wars earned him his Captain's commission in 1804. Commanded "United States" and appointed Commodore in war of 1812. Killed in duel at Bladensburg, Maryland, March 22, 1820. Maryland Historical Society

Location

AddressUS 113 (Worcester Highway) northbound, at Tripoli Street, southeast corner
CityBerlin
CountyWorcester
StateMaryland
Coordinates38.320653, -75.212456

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