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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EGI_striking-a-blow_Perryville-MD.html
After burning much of Havre de Grace May 3, 1813, British raiders crossed the Susquehanna to Cecil County. At Principio Iron Works they captured a five-gun battery and destroyed the foundry complex and the bridge across Principio Creek. More than …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EG8_savin-conrey-house-1848_Chesapeake-City-MD.html
This building has been greatly altered since it was constructed. It maintains the continuity of the closely-built dwellings along George Street. This is another of the houses built by Thomas Conrey using the products of his mill on the causeway. I…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BNK_colonists-wrought-iron-cross_Warwick-MD.html
This replica of the Maryland Colonists' Wrought Iron Cross of 1634 stands directly over the south foundation wall of the original house-chapel-academy building (circa 1720-1745)
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BNJ_chesapeake-and-delaware-canal-tablet_Chesapeake-City-MD.html
This tablet is erected by the proprietors of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, to commemorate its completion on the 17th of October 1829; and to stand as a testimonial of their gratitude to James C. Fisher, President, and Thomas P. Cope, John K. …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BNH_c-d-canal-museum_Chesapeake-City-MD.html
(Side one) This is the liftwheel pumping plant of the original Chesapeake & Delaware canal. From 1837 to 1927 its engines provided water for navigation between Chesapeake City, Maryland and Delaware City, Delaware. The canal was purchased in 1…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BNG_a-historic-hub-of-commerce_Chesapeake-City-MD.html
"Formerly known as the "Village of Bohemia," Chesapeake City owes its existence to the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. From the time work began on the canal in 1824, the village became a hub of activity and a thriving port, creating a communit…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BN7_from-creek-to-canal_Chesapeake-City-MD.html
Would you believe that the impressive stretch of water before you was once a creek?As early as the 17th century, settlers to the New World realized that the nation's growth would depend upon transportation of goods by land and water. Recognizing t…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1BN6_hollingsworth-house_Elkton-MD.html
About 1750 Zebulon Hollingsworth built the approximately 30 x 30 foot left hand section as a brick two story dwelling. In the mid-1800s it was gutted by fire and rebuilt as three stories with a low pitched roof. Also the two story right hand side …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1B68_rodgers-tavern_Perryville-MD.html
In memory of Colonel John Rodgers 1726-1791 Patriot-Innkeeper and friend of Washington ___________________________ Organized and Commanded 5th Co. MD. Militia, 1776
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1AD0_st-peters-episcopal-church-bell_Earleville-MD.html
This Bell hung in the Cecilton Chapel belfry for many years. During the winter months it was rung each Sunday morning at service time. When the warm weather returned, services resumed here. With the demolition of the Chapel, the bell was stored un…
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