Curated person dossier
British Army · ChesapeakeRobert Ross
1766–1814
Major general commanding the Chesapeake expeditionRoss led the force that defeated the Americans at Bladensburg and burned public buildings in Washington. He was mortally wounded during the advance from North Point.
Why this record matters
His death altered British command just as the expedition encountered Baltimore’s prepared defenses.
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Sources for this dossier
- Battle of North PointNational Park Service · battle study
Ross, Stricker, and the delaying action outside Baltimore.
- Battle for Baltimore CityNational Park Service · campaign overview
The land and water defenses of Baltimore.