Floating 19th Century Style on the C&O Canal in Maryland
Often taking canal rides, we rode our first 19th century boat in the historic 19th century manner as we were towed by mules and used 19th century locks.
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
Category: Time Travel – Maryland
Singing the Star Spangled Banner at Fort McHenry
As many visitors left during the anthem’s opening, I boldly put my hand on my heart and sung the anthem, hoping that I wouldn’t get terribly off key.
Former capitol for the nation: Maryland Statehouse
It served as the nation’s capital, at the end of the American Revolution, from November 26, 1783, to August 13, 1784, under the Articles of Confederation.
John Paul Jones and the Comte de Grasse ship: Naval Academy
My son found the French ship, La Ville de Paris, which was part of Admiral de Grasse’s fleet at the Battle of the Capes in 1781.
