Flag House

Historical marker location:

844 East Pratt Street, Jonestown, Maryland

( Marker can be reached from East Pratt Street.)

Marker installed: 1956

1793-1957.

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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.