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A Brief History of Racism and Health in Southern Maryland

Updated On: Mar 13, 2025 | A brief snapshot of living and health conditions for African Americans from slavery to 1970's in Southern Maryland with emphasis on the 20th century.
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How an Airplane Came to Land in Calvert County in 1920

Updated On: Mar 10, 2025 | In 1920, an Calvert African American arranged for an airplane to land in rural Calvert County. This newspaper article gives insight into rural life,
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No pictures recording the event are available. The plane may have looked like the one above.
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St. Mary’s County History Day

Updated On: Mar 10, 2025 | History opportunity for St. Mary's County middle and high school students. Projects due March 8, 2025. Scan QR code for more information or call
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Maryland Emancipation Day: Its Impact on Southern Maryland

Updated On: Oct 31, 2024 | How the Maryland Constitution, passed on November 1, 1864 providing for the emancipation of all enslaved in the State, effect Southern Maryland.
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Extracts from the Journals of Three Ladies-Civil War-Camp Stanton

Updated On: Aug 15, 2024 | Extracts from journals kept by three young ladies from Billerica, Massachusetts. The first person accounts record their experiences “while working as volunteers to work
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