Colonel George Armistead

Historical marker location:

300 Warren Ave, Federal Hill, Maryland

( Marker can be reached from Warren Avenue.)

Marker installed: 1882

Maryland was home to one of the first railroads in the United States: The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, which was founded in 1827, was one of the first railroads in the United States. It played a crucial role in the transportation of goods and people, and helped make Baltimore an important hub for commerce and industry.