The Maryland flag contains the family crest of the Calvert and Crossland families. Maryland was founded as an English colony in 1634 by Cecil Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore. The black and Gold designs belong to the Calvert family. The red and white design belongs to the Crossland family. Flag adopted 1904.
Their nickname is: The Old Line State
Their motto is: strong deeds, gentle words
Origin of state's name: Named to honor Henrietta Maria, wife of England's King Charles I
Below is a list of some of the ciites we have visisted during our trip(s) to Maryland:
Annapolis | Baltimore |
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