The Naval Air Station Patuxent River in St. Mary’s county has an 80+ year history as the Center for Naval Aviation Training and Testing.
Patuxent Naval Air Station opens in St. Mary’s in 1942 in response to WWII Read More »
U.S. Representative Benjamin Harris, a pro-slavery advocate, is the only Congressman to pray for a Confederate victory on the House floor on July 4, 1863.
Congressman Benjamin Harris prays on floor of the House for a Confederate victory Read More »
Hospital No. 1 in Frederick becomes most innovative hospital in caring for large numbers of wounded during the duration of Civil War, 1861-5.
Hospital No.1 in Frederick sees action every day of the Civil War Read More »
Georgetown College, originally located in MD, arranges sale of 272 enslaved people in 1838 from its Southern MD plantations to Louisiana buyer for $115,000. It is among the largest and best documented slave sales in US history.
Georgetown College sells 272 enslaved individuals from Southern Maryland plantations Read More »
Battle of St. George’s Island in 1776 is the only Revolutionary War battle in Maryland. Piney Point Lighthouse Is the Visitors Center.
Battle of St. George’s Island Read More »
We acknowledge the enduring presence of many American Indian tribes who once lived in Maryland and who now, having lost their lands, live in a diaspora. Read more.
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