Dangerous Waters

Historical marker location:

Havre de Grace, Maryland

( Marker is at the intersection of Concord Street and Lafayette Street, on the left when traveling south on Concord Street.)

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.