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The Founding of Maryland

The Lord's Baltimore

Historical Figures From Maryland

Maryland's Historical Sites and other Places of Interest

Historical African American Figures From Maryland

History of the State Flag

Great Seal of Maryland

Former Great Seals of Maryland

Official State Symbols

Maryland's County Seals

Maryland's Firsts

Maryland's Governor's 1634 to Present Day

Maryland's County Establishment

Maryland's County Seats

Maryland State Parks and Forests

Maryland's Regions

Maryland's Population

Fort Frederick and the French and Indian War

The Maryland Men Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

The Peggy Stewart

Civil War Battles in Maryland

The Baltimore Colts

Anne Wolseley Calvert

Maryland Roadside Historical Markers


Everything Beatles!

About Famous People!


A Dedication to my Dad, William John (Jack) Marck, Jr.


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The Only Site You'll Need To Learn About Everything Maryland, its Founding, the American Revolution, War of 1812, and the Civil War. Complete Chronology of Events! In-Depth Information on All the Counties and Baltimore City, All the Governors, Biographies of Famous People, Miscellaneous Facts, Trivia Questions and More!


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This comprehensive volume is your one-stop shop for all things Maryland!

 Delve into Maryland's founding as a haven for religious tolerance, and explore its transformation through wars, cultural shifts, and the development of its unique character.

Uncover the in-depth history of Maryland's 24 counties and Baltimore City. Learn about the historical areas that shaped each region and even discover the origins of town and city names.

 Meet the Marylanders who made a mark! The book features biographies of influential figures, placed within the context of their county or Baltimore City chapter.

A Visual Journey: Enhance your understanding with the inclusion of more than 2000 captivating photographs throughout the book.

"America in Miniature" - Gain a deeper appreciation for Maryland's nickname and the diverse historical threads woven into the fabric of the state.
 

    

 

Table of Contents

Copyright  2

Somerset County  780-806

Booth, John Wilkes  598-605

Goddard, Mary Katherine  211-212

Declaration of Rights  3

St. Mary's County  807-839

Brent, Margaret  831-833

Greenhow, Rose O'Neal  437-438

Preface  4

Talbot County 840-864

Brooke, Sr., Thomas  434

Hanson, John  439-440, 515

State of Maryland Map by County  8

Washington County  865-912

Brown, Gustavus Richard  435-436

Harford, Henry  54-55

The Founding of Maryland  9-55

Wicomico County  913-927

Calvert, Benedict Leonard, 4th Lord Baltimore  52

Henson, Matthew  441

Maryland's 23 Counties and Baltimore City 56

Worcester County  928-946

Calvert, Cecil, 2nd Lord Baltimore  50

Hopkins, Johns  130-132

Allegany County 57-85

Maryland Chronology & Facts 10,000 BC to 2023  947-966

Calvert, Charles 3rd Lord Baltimore  51

Howard, John Eager  213-217

Anne Arundel County  86-133

Maryland's State Symbols, Seal, Flag, and Former Seals  966-978

Calvert, Charles, 5th Lord Baltimore  52

Jenifer, Daniel of St. Thomas  442

Baltimore City  134-222

Maryland's Firsts  979-982

Calvert, Frederick, 6th Lord Baltimore  53-54

Johnson, Thomas  305-308

Baltimore's Beginning: A Look Back 1668 to 2021  201-211

Maryland's Native Trees  982

Calvert, George, 1st Lord Baltimore  46-49

Key, Francis Scott  356-360

Baltimore County  223-284

Maryland's Counties and Order of Establishment and County Seat  983

Cannon, Patty  465

Oakley, Annie  465

Calvert County  285-309

Maryland's Forests and Parks  983

Carroll II of Annapolis, Charles  125

Plater III, George, and Sotterley Plantation  835-836

Caroline County  310-329

Maryland's Regions and their Counties  983

Carroll of Carrollton, Charles, and Doughoregan Manor  126-130, 629-633

Poe, Edgar Allan  218-221

Carroll County  330-361

Maryland's Lighthouses  984-985

Carroll The Settler, Charles  124-125

Semmes, Raphael  443

Cecil County  362-398

Maryland's Mountains  986

Carroll, Daniel  749

Smallwood, William  444

Charles County  399-449

Maryland's Gardens  987

Carroll. John  750-753

Stone, Michael Jenifer  445

Dorchester County  450-474

Maryland's Governors  988-995

Chase, Samuel  803-805

Stone, Thomas  446-448

Frederick County  475-516

General Information  996-997

Claggett, Thomas John  750-753

Tilghman, James  776-777

Garrett County  517-544

Miscellaneous Facts  997

Claiborne, William  774-776

Tilghman, Matthew  778

Harford County  545-606

Maryland Crab Cake Recipe  998

Craik, James  436-437

Tilghman, Tench  862-863

Howard County  607-634

Index  999-1031

Cresap, Colonel Thomas  81-83

Tubman, Harriet   466-473

Kent County  635-652

Acknowledgements  1032

Cresap, Michael  514

White, Andrew  837-838

Montgomery County  653-691

Biographies

de Sousa, Mathias  833-834

Individual County Maps at the end of each County Chapter and Baltimore City

Prince George's County  692-754

Banneker, Benjamin  280-283

Decatur, Jr., Stephen  944-945

 

Queen Anne's County  755-779

Barton, Clara  690

Douglass, Frederick  860-862

 

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Hardback, 1032 pages, and more than two thousand photographs on Everything Maryland!

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New 5th Edition! Maryland The Seventh A History is the only book that covers all of Maryland's twenty-three counties and Baltimore City, to include all areas of interest and all historical places. Everything Maryland is here; Chronologies and interesting facts, all of Maryland's State Symbols, Maryland's Firsts, Maryland's Native Trees, Forests and Parks, Regions, Lighthouses, Mountains, Gardens, Islands, Rivers, each counties Order of Establishment, listing of Maryland's Governors, General Information, Population, Monuments, and many Miscellaneous Facts, and a Crab Cake Recipe. Also includes numerous Biographies of People famous to Maryland and its history. Learn all about the Seventh State to join the Union on April 28, 1788, and why Maryland is called "America in Miniature." 

 So much information it is difficult to describe  - Must see to fully appreciate!

Reviews: 5.0 out of five stars!

It was such a delight to receive your book on the history of Maryland”… Oprah Winfrey

Thank you so much for a copy of your book. Im looking forward to finding out more about Maryland! Elton John

 Your book is a fascinating and very enjoyable read. I would certainly recommend it to anyone with an interest in the history of our great State and is a valued addition to my library.  William Donald Schaefer, Former Governor, Comptroller of Maryland, and Mayor of Baltimore City

Your book is a great addition to my library.”…Former Governor Parris N. Glendening

I wish to congratulate you on writing your book, and I appreciate all the time, energy, and passion you invested to help inform others of the State of Marylands history. Governor Wes Moore

Complete History of Maryland" "Everything You Need To Know" "This Book Has So Much Information" "Magnificent" WJZ-TV, Marty Bass.

Best book ever for every Marylander and history lover! The big book 5th edition did not disappoint!! Fascinating insights per MD county. Easy to pick and choose topics or just start at beginning to read every page {there are 1032 total pages} until you reach the end. Best gift ever - given to my history loving spouse. Beth, Amazon Reviewer.

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Maryland in Pictures by County and Baltimore City

By John T. Marck

Pictures of Historical areas for each county and Baltimore City!

 


Maryland Roadside Historic Markers

By John T. Marck

Take a photographic look at some of Maryland's Historic Roadside Markers by county.

 

 

 


The Bridges of Washington County

By John T. Marck

Built between 1819 and 1864, these wonderful Stone Arch Bridges are an admiration to all!

 


 Maryland's Historical Sites and Places of Interest

By John T. Marck

Take a look at some of Maryland's fascinating Historical Sites and other Places of Interest.

                                                                                                                                  

 


Famous African Americans in Maryland's History

By John T. Marck

                                  

 


Famous Historical Figures from Maryland

By John T. Marck

 

                                                 

 


The History of the Maryland State Flag

By John T. Marck

                                                                           

 


Maryland's Governors 1634 to Present Day

By John T. Marck

 


Anne Wolseley Calvert

By John T. Marck

 

 


Maryland's State House

By John T. Marck

This is the Oldest State House still in Continuous Legislative use.

 

 


Civil War Battles In Maryland

By John T. Marck

 


The Great Seal of Maryland

By John T. Marck

 


The Former Great Seals of Maryland

By John T. Marck

 


The Maryland Men who signed the Declaration of Independence

By John T. Marck

 

 


Maryland's Official State Symbols

By John T. Marck

 


Fort Frederick and the French and Indian War

By John T. Marck

 

 


The Peggy Stewart

By John T. Marck

 


Maryland's First's

By John T. Marck

 

 


Francis Scott Key

By John T. Marck

 


The Lords Baltimore

By John T. Marck

 


 

The Baltimore Colts

By John T. Marck


 


Great Seals from Maryland's Counties and Baltimore City

By John T. Marck

 


 

The Founding of Maryland

By John T. Marck

                                                                                                     


Maryland County Seats

By John T. Marck

 


Maryland's Forests and Parks

By John T. Marck

                                                                                                                                         

 


Maryland County Establishment

By John T. Marck

 


Maryland's Regions

By John T. Marck


Maryland's Population

By John T. Marck

 

 

 

 

 


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About Famous People

 

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