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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Washington County, Maryland
Hagerstown is the county seat for Washington County
Adjacent to Washington County, Maryland
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On Shepherdstown Pike (Maryland Route 65) at Lappans Road (Route 68), on the right when traveling south on Shepherdstown Pike.
For the first time since the Battle of Gettysburg, most of the Union army faced Gen. Robert E. Lee on July 12, 1863. The Federals were firmly entrenched on a ridge parallel to the Sharpsburg-Hagerstown Turnpike a quarter mile west. Less than a mile . . . — — Map (db m1990) HM
On Falling Waters Road west of Beagle Club Road, on the right when traveling west.
On July 14, 1863, fighting erupted here at about 11 A.M. between Confederate Gen. Henry Heth’s Army of Northern Virginia rear guard and advance units of Gen. George G. Meade’s Army of the Potomac. Both armies had been horribly bloodied by the . . . — — Map (db m223785) HM
On Castle Drive, on the left when traveling north.
On this day, June 6, in the year 1944 allied forces invaded Normandy - the most massive invasion attempt in history. By nightfall, they had liberated 80 miles of French soil and a toehold for the consequential drive into Germany was established. . . . — — Map (db m103019) HM
On Boyd Street at Barrick Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Boyd Street.
In the early days of World War II, Camp Ritchie, then a National Guard training camp, was taken over by the federal government. A Military Intelligence Training Center was established to train intelligence units. A tight wall of security was drawn . . . — — Map (db m103022) HM
On Barrick Avenue at Boyd Street, on the right when traveling west on Barrick Avenue.
Robert Frederick Barrick entered the military service in 1909 as a private in the Maryland National Guard in Frederick, Maryland. He was commissioned in 1917. In 1926, he was given the task of building a Maryland National Guard training camp on a . . . — — Map (db m103021) HM
Until the mid-1920s, the Buena Vista Ice Company of Germantown (now Cascade), Maryland, was located on this site for the harvesting of natural ice used to preserve produce and dairy products during shipment. It was one of the southernmost operations . . . — — Map (db m103023) HM
On Castle Drive, on the left when traveling north.
This monument and a memorial woods are set aside to forever preserve the memory of the 7900 Washington County World War II veterans, 228 of whom gave their lives for the good of their country. Dedicated this 11th day of November, 2004. Historical . . . — — Map (db m103020) HM
On Baltimore Street (Alternate U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
When the National Road was completed through Funkstown in 1823, a rush of “stagecoaches and wagon teams, droves of cattle, teamsters and travelers” flooded through the town. Although Baltimore was seventy miles to the east, the Funkstown city . . . — — Map (db m2007) HM
On Old National Pike (Alternate U.S. 40) at Green Street, on the left when traveling west on Old National Pike.
After Gettysburg, in order to mask entrenching operations along the Potomac river by General R. E. Lee, Confederate troops, led by General J.E.B. Stuart, engaged Union forces under General John Buford. The day-long battle east of the road resulted . . . — — Map (db m388) HM
On Old National Road (U.S. Alt 40), on the right when traveling south.
The Confederate presence at Funkstown threatened any Union advance against Gen. Robert E. Lee’s position near Williamsport and the Potomac River as he retreated to Virginia after the Battle of Gettysburg. Gen. J.E.B. Stuart’s cavalry, posted at . . . — — Map (db m1158) HM
On Baltimore Street (Alternate U.S. 40), on the left when traveling west.
Civil War Hospital Site Angela Kirkham Davis House Was used as a hospital during The Maryland Campaign 1862 Private Property courtesy of S.H.A.F. — — Map (db m2008) HM
On Poffenberger Road, on the left when traveling west.
Although it vaults only a millrace deflected from Antietam Creek proper, this small but well-designed one-arch bridge is typical of many others that have not survived at mill sites in the county. It is not certain that John Weaver built this 53' . . . — — Map (db m5669) HM
On Poffenberger Road, on the left when traveling west.
This three-arch bridge over Antietam Creek was completed by John Weaver in 1840 for $2,800. It was near the mill operated for generations by the Claggett family. The house, barn, and outbuildings of the Claggett estate, "Valentia," stand nearby. . . . — — Map (db m5031) HM
On West Baltimore Street / Oak Ridge Drive, on the right when traveling west.
This bridge over Antietam Creek at Funkstown was built in 1833 by George Weaver for $1,800. At this site was Shafer’s Mill where flour was ground. The most notable feature of this bridge is the graduated size of its three arches, growing larger . . . — — Map (db m2009) HM
On Baltimore Street (Alternate U.S. 40) at High Street, on the right when traveling west on Baltimore Street.
Used to treat Confederate officer H.D. McDaniel 11th GA. Regt. during the battle of Funkstown July 10, 1863, who suffered a severe wound and was brought to this house. He survived to later become governor of Georgia. — — Map (db m2006) HM
On Garis Shop Road, on the right when traveling west.
This handsome three-arch bridge over Antietam Creek was constructed by John Weaver in 1839 and was specially adapted to the grain mill which was built at the same time. The westernmost of the three arches was designed to accommodate the millrace . . . — — Map (db m4930) HM
On Frederick Road (Alternate U.S. 40) at Baltimore Street (Alternate U.S. 40) on Frederick Road.
By the citizens of the Funkstown District in grateful appreciation of the services of those of her citizens who were engaged with the military, navy and marine forces of the United States in the World War.
1914-1918
E. Blanche Hoffmaster, Army . . . — — Map (db m6539) HM
On North Westside Avenue (Alternate U.S. 40) just south of West Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of all
who served their country
in time of need
World War I
April 6, 1917
to
November 11, 1918
World War II
December 7, 1941
to
December 31, 1946
Korean War
June 25, 1950
to
January 31, . . . — — Map (db m139133) WM
On Rohrersville Road (Maryland Route 67) at Gapland Road, on the left when traveling south on Rohrersville Road.
An important part of the Battle of South Mountain was fought here September 14-15, 1862, when the Federal forces pressed back the Confederate troops into Pleasant Valley and to Sharpsburg. — — Map (db m144954) HM
On Gapland Road at Rohrersville Road (Maryland Route 67), on the left when traveling west on Gapland Road. Reported missing.
Driven from Crampton’s Gap on Sept. 14, 1862, by Gen. Franklin’s Sixth Corps, elements of McLaws’ Confederates formed across Pleasant Valley to bar Union advance on Maryland Heights and Harper’s Ferry. Later these Confederates joined Lee about . . . — — Map (db m158372) HM
On South Prospect Street just north of West Baltimore Street, on the right when traveling south.
169 South Prospect St.
is listed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
C. 1870
— — Map (db m146075) HM
On South Potomac Street at West Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling south on South Potomac Street.
1774
On July 2, 800 citizens meet in Elizabeth Town and pledge to boycott British goods, especially tea. This is done to support the citizens of Boston because their port had been closed by Parliament.
1775
In August, a colonial . . . — — Map (db m146011) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard just west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling west.
1791
The town's first fire company (United) is formed. Residents are required to own a leather bucket for fire fighting.
1791
On December 27, Elizabeth Town is incorporated by the Maryland General Assembly. The legislature . . . — — Map (db m146006) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard just west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling west.
1814
On January 26, the Maryland General Assembly officially changes the town's name from 'Elizabeth Town' to 'Hager's Town' and re-incorporates Elizabeth Town under this new name.
1814
The "Hagerstown Blues" cavalry fights at . . . — — Map (db m146004) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard just west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling west.
1838
Hagerstown appoints Richard Sheaby and Allen Barber as police constables. Two additional posts are filled in 1842.
1841
The Franklin Railroad begins service between Hagerstown and Harrisburg. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad . . . — — Map (db m146001) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling west.
1853
The Hagerstown Female Seminary is constructed on Cannon Hill. Later, the name of this school is changed to Kee Mar College. In 1912, the college is converted for use as the Washington County Hospital.
1854
The Washington . . . — — Map (db m145997) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling east.
1871
The second county courthouse burns on December 6th. In 1872, construction begins on a third courthouse to replace it.
1880
M. P. Moller moves his organ factory from Greencastle, Pennsylvania to Hagerstown. The company . . . — — Map (db m145996) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling east.
1896
The Hagerstown Railway trolley system begins operation. Service is expanded in 1904 to Frederick and into Pennsylvania, becoming the first inter-urban rural rail system in the country. The last car runs in 1947.
1898
America . . . — — Map (db m145993) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 56), on the right when traveling west.
1912
Thomas Pangborn moves his sand-blast manufacturing business to Hagerstown.
1915
The Maryland Theatre is constructed. The Hagerstown Municipal Band plays its first concert that July in this theater.
1915
The . . . — — Map (db m146065) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 56), on the right when traveling west.
1930
Municipal Stadium is constructed and the first home game is played by Hagerstown Hubs on May 8. Willie Mays plays his first professional baseball game here in 1950.
1931
Fairchild Aircraft moves to Hagerstown from New York and . . . — — Map (db m146064) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 56) north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
1952
Hagerstown establishes a "sister city" relationship with Wesel, Germany.
1956
South Hagerstown High School opens and begins serving all area children, desegregating the school system. North Hagerstown High School opens on . . . — — Map (db m146063) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 56) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
1970
Hagerstown's first network-affiliated television station, WHAG, begins broadcasting on January 3. It was affiliated with the National Broadcasting Company (NBC).
1971
In June, a regional history magazine begins publishing . . . — — Map (db m146062) HM
Near South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
1991
Robinwood Medical Center opens for business. It is enlarged in 1996 and 2001.
1997
Fiber optic telecommunications arrive in downtown Hagerstown.
1997-99
The city obtains the former Washington County Fairgrounds, . . . — — Map (db m146042) HM
On South Potomac Street, 0.5 miles south of West Washington Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south.
Gruber's Printing Shop and "Almanack"
John Gruber (1768-1857) maintained a printing shop at this location from about 1795 until about 1855. In 1797, he began printing an "almanack". The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack has been . . . — — Map (db m194830) HM
On South Prospect Street just south of West Baltimore Street, on the left when traveling south.
202 South Prospect
Street
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
c. 1874
— — Map (db m146077) HM
On North Potomac Street (State Highway 65) at West Washington Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on North Potomac Street.
The Hagerstown Mail offices were located on the second floor of this building during the Civil War. Due to the newspaper's pro-Southern columns, the Mail's editor and co-owner, Daniel Dechert, was arrested in 1862 and sent to Old Capitol Prison in . . . — — Map (db m20792) HM
On West Washington Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling east.
The Lyceum, a public debating hall constructed circa 1848, stood on this site during the Civil War. Heated debates took place here prior to the Civil War on the state of the Union. Following the Battles of Antietam and Gettysburg, the Lyceum was . . . — — Map (db m20847) HM
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Jonathan Street, on the right when traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue.
The first act of valor by an African-American serviceman to earn the Medal of Honor occurred on July 18, 1863, during the Civil War. Sergeant William H. Carney of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment took his place in history in the Battle of . . . — — Map (db m159780) HM
Near West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street.
The fathers of the Hagerstown aircraft industry, Lewis Reisner and Ammon Kreider formed the Kreider Reisner Aircraft Company in 1923. They developed highly regarded models of civilian use aircraft. In 1929, they sold the company to the Fairchild . . . — — Map (db m107148) HM
Near South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Born in Hagerstown, Ann Carroll Fitzhugh moved to New York State with her family at age twelve. She married wealthy abolitionist and philanthropist Gerrit Smith in 1822. Together, they were pioneers in the abolition and womens' rights movements, . . . — — Map (db m146015) HM
Near West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street.
Anna Spencer Brugh Singer was born in Hagerstown and married William H. Singer, Jr. in 1895. Together they pursued an artistic life; he as an artist, she as an art collector and musician. They traveled the United States and Europe, befriended many . . . — — Map (db m107264) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) 0.1 miles south of Doub Way, on the right when traveling south.
12 miles to Antietam National Battlefield Site, where on Sept. 17, 1862, about 41,000 Confederates under the command of General Robert E. Lee were pitted against 87,000 Federals under General George B. McClellan. — — Map (db m1965) HM
Hagerstown was bypassed in the great race westward between the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. The City was left without a rail connection to the south or west. The “Washington County Railroad” was . . . — — Map (db m129270) HM
The original band shell was built in City Park around 1915. It was since dismantled and re-erected in Hagerstown’s Wheaton Park.
This structure was built in 1940. It is dedicated to Dr. Peter Buys, the Hagerstown Municipal Band’s conductor . . . — — Map (db m132316) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Ca. 8000 BC
First Native Americans enter the Cumberland Valley area as roving hunters.
Ca. 1000 BC
Permanent villages are established by Native Americans. the primary tribes include Susquehanna and Algonquian.
Ca. 1735 . . . — — Map (db m146012) HM
On Summit Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
"In October 1877, Bench Mark "A" was cut on the water table of the recently rebuilt courthouse in Hagerstown, Maryland", reads the report of the coast and geodetic survey to President McKinley. This was the beginning point of a . . . — — Map (db m6529) HM
Bloom Park was one of the very first monuments erected in the United States to honor the veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898-99). It was dedicated on July 4, 1900. The keynote speaker at the ceremony was Henry Kyd Douglas a former Adjutant . . . — — Map (db m107396) HM
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Jonathan Street, on the right when traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue.
About 200,000 African-Americans served in the Civil War. When the army reorganized at the end of the war, it established six regiments in the regular army to be composed of African-American recruits. The 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments and four . . . — — Map (db m159782) HM
Near Virginia Avenue north of City Park Drive, on the right when traveling south.
In the early 19th Century, this area was owned by the Heyser family and was known as “Heyser's Woods”. The mansion house was constructed by John H. Heyser between 1843 and 1846. “Heyser's Woods” became a popular local picnic . . . — — Map (db m131934) HM
Near South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
A native of New Hampshire, Mrs. Hamilton served as First Lady of Maryland during her husband's term as Governor from 1880 to 1884. In concert with her daughter Julia Briscoe, she began developing the Hamilton family summer estate "Oak Hill" into a . . . — — Map (db m146013) HM
On Jonathan Street at Pennsylvania Avenue on Jonathan Street.
United States Army Medal of Honor Recipient and Buffalo Soldier
William Othello Wilson, a native of Hagerstown, Maryland, enlisted in the U.S. Army on August 21, 1889, at age 22 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
He was subsequently assigned to the . . . — — Map (db m5755) HM
On West Washington Street (U.S. 40) at Summit Street, on the right when traveling east on West Washington Street.
In the court house that stood on this site Confederate Gen. John McCausland was given $20,000 in cash and all of the suits, hats, shoes, boots, shirts and socks that could be found as ransom upon his threat to burn Hagerstown in July of 1864.
. . . — — Map (db m1934) HM
Near West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street.
In 1862 Mobley organized volunteers from Hagerstown to serve in the Civil War, forming Co. A, 7th Maryland Infantry (US). He served as its captain. He was promoted to major in January, 1864 and commanded the regiment in numerous battles. on August . . . — — Map (db m107262) HM
On Prospect Avenue just west of Oak Hill Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
This Park
is hereby dedicated to
Edward Oswald, Jr.
(12/5/1896 - 2/22/1986)
Served as City Attorney for 26 years and was actively engaged in the general practice of his profession in this County for almost 60 years.
He was . . . — — Map (db m159783) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) near East Baltimore Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south.
Boyhood home of Commodore Jesse D. Elliott, USN, (1872-1845) of Battle of Lake Erie fame during War of 1812. This National Register property preserved in memory of Mrs. Mary B.K. Bowman. — — Map (db m46719) HM
On Park Lane just east of North Burhans Boulevard (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling east.
This site was the location of the Kreider-Reisner Aircraft Company and later Fairchild Aircraft Company. Kreider-Reisner was one of America's earlier formal aircraft manufacturing companies and it functioned from 1923 until a few years after it . . . — — Map (db m159786) HM
On East Franklin Street at Renaissance Way aka Cramer Alley, on the right when traveling east on East Franklin Street.
“Several others who were hidden in houses escaped by donning citizen’s clothing, and Private Anitpas H. Curtis (Company D), while so dressed, had the distinction of saluting General Lee in person.” George G. Benedict in “Vermont in . . . — — Map (db m139863) HM
On North Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling south.
Combat raged here in the town square and in adjoining city blocks for six hours on Monday, July 6, 1863. Holding Hagerstown was crucial to Gen. Robert E. Lee's retreat to Virginia after the Battle of Gettysburg. If the Confederates lost this . . . — — Map (db m6533) HM
On South Potomac Street, on the right when traveling south.
The First Hagerstown Hose Company dates to 1815. Its hand pumper was originally housed in a shed located on the north side of St. John's Lutheran Church, one block to your left.
In 1881, the First Hose Company purchased this site and in July, . . . — — Map (db m129351) HM
Near South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) just north of West Memorial Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
Performing under her maiden name "Florence MacMichael", Florence Myers (later McCoy) logged a three-decade career as a character actor on stage, screen and television. Known mostly for her work on television, she appeared in many of the dramas and . . . — — Map (db m146041) HM
On West Washington Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling east.
In loving memory of those who gave their lives in the World Wars 1917-1918 [list of names] 1941-1945 [list of names] In loving memory of those who gave their lives in the Korean Conflict 1950-1953 [list of names] Rededicated by . . . — — Map (db m6528) WM
On Frederick Street (Historic National Road) (Alternate U.S. 40) near Kenly Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Gen. Robert E. Lee with Longstreet’s Corps entered Hagerstown Sept. 11, 1862 to make it a base for operations in Pennsylvania. On Sept. 14, 1862 this force hastened to the battle of South Mountain and then to the battlefield of Antietam. — — Map (db m1156) HM
After stunning victories at Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, Virginia, early in May 1863, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee carried the war through Maryland, across the Mason and Dixon Line and into Pennsylvania. His infantry marched north through . . . — — Map (db m6531) HM
The most heavily traveled road in Colonial America passed through here, linking areas from the Great Lakes to Augusta, GA. Laid on ancient animal and Native American Trading/Warrior Paths. Indian treaties among the Governors of NY, PA, & VA and the . . . — — Map (db m797) HM
On Key Street at Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Key Street.
When German immigrant and founder of Hagerstown,
Jonathan Hager, arrived in this country in 1736, western
Maryland area was frontier. Maryland’s colonial governor
was offering cheap land to those willing to settle here. In 1739, Hager obtained . . . — — Map (db m1160) HM
On Mill Street east of Frederick Street (Alternate U.S. 40), on the right when traveling east.
Hager Mill was constructed in 1790 by Daniel Stull and Colonel Nathaniel Rochester and the nearby miller's house has a date stone inscribed 1791. Prior to the Civil War, it was owned by the Hager Family. During the war, Andrew Hager operated this . . . — — Map (db m106780) HM
On Key Street at Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Key Street.
Third dwelling was built by Jonathan Hager, founder of Hagerstown Maryland, 1762; Captain of Scouts, French and Indian War, 1755–1763; member of the Non-Importation Association and of the Committees of Safety and of Observation, 1775; member of the . . . — — Map (db m1159) HM
On West Washington Street (U.S. 40) near South Prospect Street, on the right when traveling west.
George Bell was the son of William Duffield Bell, developer of South Prospect Street and editor of the Hagerstown
Torchlight newspaper. He grew up in this neighborhood. An 1853 graduate of West Point, Bell served at several posts
in . . . — — Map (db m44835) HM
William T. Hamilton was born in Boonsboro. He attended the Hagerstown Academy and Jefferson College in Pennsylvania. Hamilton passed the bar in 1845 and opened a law practice in Hagerstown. After serving one year in the Maryland Legislature, he was . . . — — Map (db m60558) HM
On West Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
Many communities in this region boast of stories similar to Frederick's Barbara Fritchie or Middletown's Nancy Crouse, who defied the Confederates during their invasions of Maryland. Hagerstown is no exception.
Although the specific date of . . . — — Map (db m107235) HM
On South Prospect Street at Library Alley, on the right when traveling south on South Prospect Street.
This home was constructed around 1838. During the Civil War, it was the home of Dr. John Absalom Wroe and his family. A native of Virginia, Wroe helped to treat wounded Confederate and union soldiers who were left in the City when the rebel army . . . — — Map (db m107241) HM
On North Potomac Street at West North Avenue, on the right when traveling south on North Potomac Street.
Douglas was raised at Ferry Hill Place, on the Maryland side of the Potomac River at Shepherdstown. In 1861, he enlisted in the 2nd Virginia Infantry and fought in the Battle of First Manassas. From April to October, 1862, Douglas was the youngest . . . — — Map (db m107394) HM
On South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65 Frontage Road), on the right when traveling south.
A local doctor and father of 11, Charles MacGill (1806-1881) was a co-founder of the Hagerstown Herald and was a major general in the Maryland Militia.
On September 30, 1861, Union troops came to his home to arrest him “on the authority . . . — — Map (db m129169) HM
On South Prospect Street, 0.1 miles north of West Baltimore Street, on the right when traveling south.
A native of Virginia, Fairfax served 48 years in the U.S. Navy, including service in the Mexican and Civil Wars. He retired as a Rear Admiral in 1881 and lived here at "The Columns". He rests in Rose Hill Cemetery. Highlights of his career include: . . . — — Map (db m146073) HM
On North Potomac Street just south of Charles Street, on the right when traveling south.
In 1861 Dr. John M. Gaines opened a practice in Alexandria, Virginia. He lived at the Marshall House Hotel, which was owned by stalwart secessionist James W. Jackson who flew a large Confederate flag over his hotel. On May 24, 1861, Union troops led . . . — — Map (db m146081) HM
On Oak Hill Avenue at Potomac Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Oak Hill Avenue.
A Clear Spring native, Kershner was commissioned an assistant surgeon in the U.S. Navy in September, 1861. His first post was an assistant surgeon aboard USS Cumberland, stationed in the Chesapeake Bay.
On March 8, . . . — — Map (db m159777) HM
On West Washington Street (Maryland Route 40), on the left when traveling east.
This building was Congressman Roman's home from the time he purchased it in 1845 until his death in 1867. A prominent member of the Whig Party, Roman was elected to the House of Representatives during the 30th Congress (1847-1849). He declined . . . — — Map (db m194737) HM
On North Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the left when traveling south.
Following Jonathan Hager’s arrival in 1739, German and Scots-Irish immigrants settled in Maryland’s Great Valley, developing prosperous farms. By the mid 1790’s,
agriculture was booming and the region needed a way to get its products to market. . . . — — Map (db m6532) HM
On West Washington Street (Maryland Route 144) just west of West Side Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The National Road was the first Federally-funded road project authorized by Congress. A gateway to the western frontier, it began in Cumberland and extended to Vandalia, Illinois. Heavily used from the time it opened, it was America's first . . . — — Map (db m148826) HM
On East Baltimore Street (U.S. Alt 40) at King Street, on the right when traveling west on East Baltimore Street.
The Hagerstown Female seminary, a women’s college founded by the Evangelical Lutheran Church, opened its doors in 1853. Its name was changed in the 1890s to Kee Mar College, and operated at this location until 1911 when the campus was sold to the . . . — — Map (db m129316) HM
On Summit Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The only trolley system to operate in Washington County was started with the creation of the Hagerstown Railway in 1896. It consisted of a loop around the outer edges of town, and crossing lines that ran north-south on Potomac Street and east-west . . . — — Map (db m131874) HM
On North Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) at West Washington Street (U.S. 40), on the left when traveling south on North Potomac Street.
On July 6th, 1864, Confederate Cavalry General John McCausland and his 1,500 troops demanded a ransom of $20,000 from Hagerstown, or the town would be burned. Three local banks gave up the money, underwritten by the town council. After the war, a . . . — — Map (db m6530) HM
On West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street, on the right when traveling west on West Memorial Boulevard.
An officer in the Confederate army, Douglas served with distinction on the small personal staff of General “Stonewall” Jackson during the Valley Campaign (1862) which made Jackson a legend in military history. Wounded six times, Douglas . . . — — Map (db m107553) HM
On North Avenue at Potomac Street (Maryland Route 60), on the right when traveling east on North Avenue.
In memory of the the men from Washington County Maryland who served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America during the war with Spain, the China Relief Expedition and the Philippine Insurrection. — — Map (db m8139) HM
Near South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65) at Memorial Boulevard West, on the right when traveling north.
Private Shedrick Campbell Co. M. 2nd United States
Colored Cavalry Regiment
Post Commander
Once let the black man get upon his person the brass letters U.S. let him get an eagle on his button, and a musket on his shoulder . . . — — Map (db m194808) HM
Near West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street.
Jacob Wheaton was born in Middletown, Maryland and moved to Hagerstown in the 1850s. he is believed to be the first African-American to vote in Maryland after the civil war for casting h1s vote in the Hagerstown Mayoral Election of 1868. In 1897, he . . . — — Map (db m107266) HM
On South Potomac Avenue (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling north.
Raised in Middletown in Frederick County, Wheaton had a prominent role in the post-civil war civic involvement of African Americans in the state. Contemporary accounts credit Wheaton as the first African American in Maryland to vote when he . . . — — Map (db m107361) HM
Near West Memorial Boulevard at South Potomac Street.
Elliott was born in Hagerstown and raised on South Potomac Street. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1804 and rose to the rank of Commodore. He served in the Tripolitan War (1804 -1807) and the events between the American and British navies that led to . . . — — Map (db m107147) HM
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