Maryland Legislative Meetings 1861

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In the Spring and Summer of 1861, Maryland legislators met outside of Annapolis. In what city did they meet?

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Frederick

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What did Frederick resident Mary Quantrill refuse to do, despite threats and orders from Confederate troops?

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Surrender (or take down) her American flag

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What important document in our nation's history was signed by William Paca?

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The Declaration of Independence, as a representative of Maryland

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What was the name of the railroad junction three miles south of Frederick that was guarded by Union troops throughout the Civil War?

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Monocacy Junction

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Union forces at the Battle of Monocacy included men who had enlisted for just three months. What are the solders called?

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100 Days Men

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Who was in charge of the Confederate troops at the Battle of Monocacy?

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Jubal Early

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Who issued Special Orders 191 in September of 1862?

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Robert E. Lee

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This Victory Statue in Memorial Park honors approximately 2000 people from Frederick County who fought in which war?

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World War 1

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When did the Battle of Monocacy take place?

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July 9, 1864

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In April 1755, what General brought 1400 British soldiers to Frederick on his way to Fort Duquesne, now Pittsburgh?

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General Edward Braddock, the British commander-in-chief for the colonies