Author: Charles Francis SteinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Calvert County (Md.)
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
A History of Calvert County, Maryland
Author: Charles Francis SteinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Calvert County (Md.)
Languages : en
Pages : 426
Book Description
African Americans of Calvert County
Author: William A. PoePublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738554402
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Nestled between the Chesapeake Bay and the Patuxent River, this tiny peninsula county is home to one of the oldest African American communities, established when the first settlers arrived. Located just south of Washington, D.C., Calvert County's African American community can be traced back to the county's beginning in the 17th century. From a time when Calvert County's black population grew to approximately 60 percent of the populace, to its present-day residents representing the national average of 12 percent, Calvert's African Americans have attempted to hold on to many of their rich cultural traditions. Although their livelihoods as farmers and watermen have mostly ceased to exist these days, they continue to maintain strong ties to the land and an unwavering commitment to family values and community. The beautiful photographs and documents in this volume give a glimpse into the past of these proud people who continue to flourish while holding onto their distinctive identity.
History of Frederick County, Maryland
Author: Thomas John Chew WilliamsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Frederick County (Md.)
Languages : en
Pages : 1318
Book Description
Early Schools of Calvert County Maryland
Author: Mary RockefellerPublisher:
ISBN: 9780578582061
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Early Schools of Calvert County Maryland details the establishment and development of the schools in Calvert County from Colonial times until approximately 1970. These schools progressed from one-room log or frame buildings serving small communities to multi-room brick and block structures covering large geographic areas. A short history of each individual school that could be identified is provided and includes the dates that the school was actually in use. Teacher and student recollections give both historical information and sometimes amusing personal perspectives.These histories are enhanced with locations taken from historic Calvert County, Maryland, maps and shown on current topographic maps. Many period school photos are also included.Detailed information is included on the efforts of the Freedmen's Bureau, Rosenwald Fund, and Jeanes Fund in aiding Calvert's African American schools. The book shows how low attendance was possibly the biggest obstacle to education in rural Calvert County, Maryland, followed by the late establishment of high schools.This book provides a comprehensive survey of the early schools of Calvert County, Maryland.
History of Leitersburg District, Washington County, Md
Author: Herbert Charles BellPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Calvert of Maryland
Author: James OtisPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Maryland
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Follows the life of Calvert, who together with his father settles in the newly established Catholic colony in Maryland. Although they have many adventures with Indians, conflicts with other colonists provide much of the action in the narrative.
Inspiring African American Men of Calvert County
Author: Shirley KnightPublisher:
ISBN: 9781730792748
Category : African American men
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
This book shares the stories of 39 African American men whose skills and leadership has benefited Calvert County and beyond.
The First American Women Architects
Author: Sarah AllabackPublisher: University of Illinois Press
ISBN: 0252033213
Category : Women architects
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
An invaluable reference covering the history of women architects
Prince George's County, Maryland
Author: Katharine D. BryantPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738502656
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Prince George's County, one of Maryland's most populous counties, has a rich and vibrant history. From agriculture to industry, school life to religious life, trolleys, trains, and tobacco, the people of this area share a distinctive regional heritage and a great pride in the communities they have built. With numerous recognized historic sites, Prince George's County boasts, among others, Mount Calvert, the only structure remaining at the site of the first county seat; Melwood Park and the Magruder House, both visited by George Washington; and His Lordship's Kindness, a five-part Georgian mansion. Other historic buildings were not elegant manors, but functional public facilities. The College Park Airport holds the record as the oldest continuously operating airport in the world, and the Surratt House played a role in the assassination plot of Abraham Lincoln. But the everyday lives of citizens are represented here as well, in the images of early residents, their homes and businesses, of the city services and social events, of elementary school classes and congregations. All can be found within these pages.
Calvert County
Author: Carter T. GrayPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738505794
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
From its early Piscataway heritage to the advanced research laboratories of today, from the tobacco farms to the sandy beaches, Calvert County has had a fascinating and diverse past. Established in 1654, Calvert played a role in both the American Revolution and the Civil War. Hosting decades of vacationing beachgoers, the region has also been called home by the many who, for centuries, have built their lives on the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay.