Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - Maryland

Maryland, a Mid-Atlantic state, is home to over 6 million people and bordered by several states and the District of Columbia. It features diverse geography, including the Chesapeake Bay, a major estuary. Historically, Maryland was founded as a haven for Roman Catholics and played significant roles in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Key historical events include the writing of the national anthem and the Battle of Antietam, the bloodiest single day in U.S. history.

Who wrote the poem that became the national anthem of the United States?

What significant historical event took place at Antietam Creek?