Corbit's Charge
historic site
- Inscription
- CORBIT'S CHARGE ★ ★ ★ "Suicidal Bravery" In June 1863, as Gen. Robert E. Lee's infantry marched through Maryland on its second invasion of the North, Lee lost contact with Gen. J.E.B Stuart as the cavalry commander led his force east and north around the
- On the Old Main Streets
- 1.5 mi off the Mason and Dixon Byway
- 8.2 mi off the Horses and Hounds Scenic Byway
- 11.1 mi off the Falls Road
Overlooks nearby
- McKeldin Falls · 16 mi
- Gasline Cut · 17 mi
- Cliff overlooking Quarry Lake · 17 mi
- Oregon Ridge · 17 mi
The recorded facing catches the sunset.
| Date | Sunrise | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:12 | 18:45 | 19:20 |
| June solstice | 05:41 | 19:59 | 20:40 |
| September equinox | 06:56 | 18:31 | 19:07 |
| December solstice | 07:26 | 16:05 | 16:48 |
Local time (America/New_York).
39.56976, -76.99051
Elevation 235 m (modelled from terrain)