Maryland's History

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  • First Colonists

    First Colonists
    First colonists arrive in Maryland.

  • Annapolis

    Annapolis
    Annapolis becomes the capital of Maryland

  • The Mason-Dixon Line

    The Mason-Dixon Line
    The Mason-Dixon Line is created. It seperates Maryland and Pennslyvania.

  • 7th State

    7th State
    Maryland signs the constition and becomes the 7th state.

  • Fort McHenery

    Fort McHenery
    Maryland's troop stops the British Army at Fort Mc Hener, inspiring the writing of the "Star Spangle Banner." (Sep. 13-14)

  • The Great Fire of Baltimore

    The Great Fire of Baltimore
    The Great Fire of Baltimore burns down 70 blocks of downtown Baltimore.

  • The Living Wage

    The Living Wage
    Maryland passes the "Living Wage Law". This law is also known as the minimum wage.