Fells Point History and Trade

The video explores the history of Fells Point in Baltimore, highlighting its significance during the Golden Age due to trade and shipbuilding. It discusses the role of Fells Point in the War of 1812, focusing on privateers and the defense of Baltimore against the British. Post-war, the area became involved in illicit trades, including the slave and opium trades. The narrative also covers Frederick Douglass's escape from slavery and the harsh realities of immigration trade, where immigrants were treated as cargo.

What was the primary trade route during the Golden Age of Fells Point?

• Tea to China, silk to Europe

• Flour to the West Indies, coffee and sugar to Europe

• Spices to India, textiles to Africa

• Gold to South America, silver to Asia

What was the significance of the USS Constellation?

• It was a merchant ship trading with Asia

• It was one of the first ships built for the US Navy

• It was a famous pirate ship

• It was the first ship built for the British Navy

Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain in 1812?

• To gain control of Canada

• To stop the impressment of American sailors

• To expand westward

• To establish trade with Asia

What role did Fells Point privateers play during the War of 1812?

• They built ships for the British Navy

• They captured or destroyed over 500 British vessels

• They served as diplomats to negotiate peace

• They provided food supplies to the British

What was the reaction of Fells Point residents to the British landing during the War of 1812?

• They joined the British forces

• They were in total fear

• They celebrated the arrival

• They were indifferent

What was one of the illicit trades that developed after the War of 1812?

• The gold trade with Africa

• The opium trade between India and China

• The spice trade with the Middle East

• The silk trade with Japan

Who was Fred Bailey, and what did he become known as?

• A shipbuilder who became known as John Brown

• A slave who became known as Frederick Douglass

• A merchant who became known as Alexander Hamilton

• A soldier who became known as George Washington

What was the Trail of Tears in the context of Fells Point?

• A path for immigrants entering the city

• A trail used by soldiers during the war

• A route taken by slaves to the markets

• A path followed by Native Americans

How were immigrants treated in the post-War of 1812 immigration industry?

• As honored guests

• As tourists

• As cargo

• As business partners

What was a common practice for ship owners regarding immigrants who couldn't pay for their passage?

• They were given jobs on the ship

• They had to serve a period as indentured servants

• They were allowed to travel for free

• They were sent back to their home country