Sea Fencibles-- Part 2: In the War of 1812

BALTIMORE

In the War of 1812, there were two companies of Sea Fencibles at Baltimore.  They were stationed at Fort McHenry and considered to be part of the garrison.

BOSTON

Boston's Sea Fncibles were formed and comprised of unemployed seamen and wealthier men.  Besides coastal defense they were involved in charitable and community work.

They never saw action, however.

Their headquarters was at the gun house near the Providence Naval Depot where they had 18-pdr. and 24-pdr. cannons for their use.  Target practice was conducted at Boston's City Point.

They disbanded at the war's end.

CIVIL WAR

There were also Sea Fencibles during the Civil War.  The Confederates had one company at Charleston, South Carolina.

--Brock-Perry