All around parts of the Mason-Dixon Line, communities are observing the start of the 250th anniversary of the beginning of one of America’s most famous boundaries. The work by Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, establishing the boundary between Maryland and Pennsylvania, took five years, from 1763 to 1768. To settle royal land grants for the…
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Online Historical Maps of Harford County
Over the past several years there has been an enormous increase in the number of historical maps that are available online. These digital collections are a great aid for those of us seeking to understand the past, whether it is for a scholarly investigation, local history study, or genealogy project. While the maps, many centuries…
On the Mason Dixon Line in Western MD & Central PA
While spending some time in Gettysburg over the Memorial Day Weekend, we checked out a few out-of-the-way spots along the Mason Dixon Line, searching for unique view related to the history of this old boundary. I’m always searching for images to enhance my public and classroom lectures on the Mason Dixon Line. Here are a…
Facilitating NPS Workshop Examining How to Uncover the Untold Stories of the War of 1812
“Humanizing the War of 1812: Telling the Untold Stories along the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail” is the theme of a National Park Service workshop taking place at Harford Community College on April 8th Dr. Allen Taylor, a national author and university professor, will open the day long workshop with remarks about his recent research…