By the mid 1700's, Maryland was embroiled in the French and Indian War and the rangers
were called
to service once again. The 18th century rangers patrolled between a string of forts built
on the Maryland
frontier. Scouting and reconnoitering were the Maryland ranger's forte. Once the
pressure of the war
lessened on the Maryland frontier, the Maryland General Assembly disbanded the ranger
force which
ultimately numbered 500 men. The ranger tradition survived, however, throughout the
Revolutionary
War. Companies of Maryland frontiersmen armed with highly accurate long rifles, served
with George
Washington's army. These "rangers" were useful for scouting, skirmishing, flanking and
sharpshooting.
A fee will be charged. Call Dave Moore at Fort Frederick State Park 301-842-2155 for more information and fee charges.
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