The National Road
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The National Road This marker stands on a part of the right of way of the historic and fabled National, or Cumberland Road. Commencing in 1806 it was built in segments by city, state, federal and private means and was the first great commercial and travel link from Baltimore to the west. International Right of Way Association, Potomac Chapter No. 14 and Maryland Historical Society
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More markers in Howard
Spurrier's Tavern *removed*
Waterloo/Jessup, MD
Spurrier's Tavern Thomas Spurrier's stood at nearby crossroads connecting two important overland routes in colonial days (now U.S. 1 and Md.
Annapolis and Elk Ridge Railroad
Annapolis Junction, MD
Began service in 1840 between Annapolis and the Washington branch of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad at Annapolis Junction.
Waverly
Mariottsville, MD
Waverly The forested land was patented in 1726 by Daniel Carroll of Upper Marlboro, who called it "The Mistake.
Elk Ridge Landing
Elkridge, MD
Elk Ridge Landing An important colonial port for shipment of tobacco.
Spurrier's Tavern 'Waterloo'
Waterloo/Jessup, MD
Spurrier's Tavern 'Waterloo' In 1771 William Spurrier opened a tavern at the intersection of the main routes linking Baltimore,...