MarylandBy: Arnav Dharmagadda

State Symbols

State FlowerThe state flower for the state of Maryland is black-eyed

susans!

State BirdThe state bird for the state of Maryland is a Baltimore oriole!

State DrinkThe state drink for the state of Maryland is milk!

State Folk DanceThe state folk dance for Maryland is square dancing!

State SportTime for medieval times because the state sport for Maryland is Jousting!

State TreeThe state tree for the state of Maryland is the “great” White Oak!

Farming Industry

Facts about FarmingApproximately 350,000 people are employed in some aspect of agriculture, making it the largest commercial industry in Maryland. Agriculture also remains the largest single land use in the State, with 2.05 million acres, or roughly 32 percent of total land area used for farming in 2011. The majority of Maryland's farmland is located in the north central part of the State and the upper Eastern Shore. In 2011, some 12,800 Maryland farms averaged 160 acres each.

CropsIn 2011, corn for grain averaged 109 bushels per acre. From 430,000 acres, 46.9 million bushels of corn were harvested. The soybean yield, in 2011, averaged 38.5 bushels per acre, with a total production of 17.9 million bushels. Winter wheat produced 66 bushels per acre, with 12.5 million bushels harvested. Barley production increased to 2.9 million bushels, averaging 80 bushels per acre.

Dairy and LivestockMilk production in 2011 was approximately 1 billion pounds, and the average milk production per cow was 18,654 pounds. The number of milk cows in 2011 was 52,000. The total number of cattle and calves as of Jan. 1, 2012 was 200,000. Cash receipts for cattle increased to $76 million in 2011.

PoultryIn 2011, Maryland ranked seventh among states in the number of broilers produced, with 311.1 million broiler chickens. They brought in $724.9 million in revenue. This amount accounted for 30 percent of Maryland's agricultural cash receipts that year.

Egg production in Maryland decreased in 2011 to 569 million eggs, down from 616 million in 2010. In 2011, cash receipts for eggs totaled $38.5 million.

PopulationLast updated in 2010 the population was approximately 5,773,552! The Maryland state government thinks that in 2020 the state population will be 6,339,290 and they think in 2030 the state population will be 6,684,260!

WildlifeThere is lots of natural wildlife in Maryland in my opinion it is one of the most beautiful things ever here is some animals that you might find. Red Snake Deer (Various Species) Groundhog Eastern Bluebird Great Blue Heron

Mountains and Geography

There is tons of mountain sides and in Maryland it has a hilly terrain with lakes ponds and rivers and maybe even some waterfalls. If you where asking if it has a port it does and is acutely the National Harbor. There will be a slide on the National Harbor ahead!

Maryland Mining Company

The Maryland Mining Company is a historic coal mining, iron producer and railroad company that operated in Allegany County, Maryland.

The company was based in Eckhart Mines, Maryland; the location in Braddock Run was among the first bituminous coal mines developed in the Georges Creek Valley.

State Mottos/Nicknames

The Old Line State

The state nickname for the state of Maryland is The Old Line State because according to some historians, General George Washington bestowed the name "Old Line State" and thereby associated Maryland with its regular line troops, the Maryland Line, who served courageously in many Revolutionary War battles. For a closer examination of the background on this nickname, see: The Origin of the "Old Line State", by Ryan Polk (2005).

The Free StateMaryland was first recognized as a "Free State" on November 1, 1864. On that date, the Maryland Constitution of 1864 took effect. By its provisions, slavery within the State's borders was abolished, and Maryland, indeed, became a free state. To celebrate the emancipation, under direction of the Baltimore City Council, five hundred guns were fired, bells were rung, and flags displayed "to attest the joy of the people at their great deliverance.“

Much later, the nickname "Free State" was used in a different context by Hamilton Owens, editor of the Baltimore Sun. In 1923, Georgia Congressman William D. Upshaw, a firm supporter of Prohibition, denounced Maryland as a traitor to the Union for refusing to pass a State enforcement act. Mr. Owens thereupon wrote a mock-serious editorial entitled "The Maryland Free State," arguing that Maryland should secede from the Union rather than prohibit the sale of liquor. The irony in the editorial was subtle, and Mr. Owens decided not to print it. He popularized the nickname, however, in later editorials.

State MottoThe official motto of Maryland is the Italian motto of the Calvert family - "Fatti maschil, Parole femine" (loosely translated as "Manly deeds, Womanly words"). The motto and arms of the Calvert family appear on the reverse of Maryland's state seal.

StatehoodMaryland was the seventh state to be bought by the U.S.A.. The date of the official date of statehood is April 28 1788.

Weather/ Climate

Extreme WeatherHottest temperature ever recorded: 109 F,

Cumberland / Frederick, west-central Maryland, 7/10/1936

Coldest temperature ever recorded: -40 F, Oakland, western Maryland, 1/13/1912

Hottest location ranked by highest average annual temperature: Solomons, southern Maryland, 58.0 F

Coldest location ranked by lowest average annual temperature: Frostburg, western Maryland, 47.9 F

Average TemperatureAverage annual temperature: 55.1 degrees Fahrenheit. High temperatures occur in July, the warmest month, averaging in the mid to upper 80s. Low temperatures in January, the coldest month, average in the low to mid 20s.Since 1871, the mean temperature for Baltimore has been 54.6 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the Maryland State Climatologist Office. The highest recorded annual average temperature was 59.2 degrees in 1931, and the lowest was in 1904, at 52.6 degrees.

Since 1871, the mean temperature for Baltimore has been 54.6 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the Maryland State Climatologist Office. The highest recorded annual average temperature was 59.2 degrees in 1931, and the lowest was in 1904, at 52.6 degrees.

Average Precipitation Average annual precipitation: 40.76 inches. Peaks in July and August when thunderstorms average once every five days. Since 1871, Baltimore's recorded precipitation has averaged 41.94 inches a year, with the highest amount falling in 2003, when 62.66 inches fell. The lowest precipitation recorded was in 1930, when only 21.55 inches fell throughout the year.

SnowAverage seasonal snowfall: 20.6 inches. Ranges from 10 inches on the lower Eastern Shore to 110 inches in Garrett County. The most snowfall ever recorded in a single winter in Maryland was during the winter of 2009-10, when 262.5 inches of snow fell at Keysers Ridge in Garrett County.

HurricanesStorm effects from hurricanes moving up the East Coast are felt in Maryland almost every year, most often in August and September. High winds, heavy rains, and sometimes flash floods accompany these storms. Rarely has a hurricane directly hit the State (only twice since recording began in 1851), and never has a major hurricane (category 3 or higher) directly hit.

On August 27 and 28, 2011, Hurricane Irene skirted the coast of the Delmarva Peninsula as a category 1 hurricane. Though the core of the storm did not make landfall in Maryland, hurricane force winds were felt in Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties, with tropical storm force winds reaching as far west as Frederick. High winds and heavy rains from the storm led to extensive flooding and power outages.

EarthquakesSeismically quiet compared to neighboring states, Maryland has experienced only 64 recorded earthquakes within its borders since 1758. In contrast, Pennsylvania recorded nearly 100 quakes (since 1724), and Virginia had more than 300 (since 1774). Most earthquakes are minor, and rate less than 3.0 on the Richter scale. This means that while they may be recorded and perceived, it is unlikely that they are felt at any distance from the epicenter. These lesser earthquakes occur at least once a year along the east coast. The strongest earthquake recorded in Maryland was a 3.7 that occurred on November 26, 1939, near Phoenix in Baltimore County. The strongest earthquake to hit the East Coast of the United States was on September 1, 1886, when a 7.3 struck Charleston, South Carolina.

On August 23, 2011, an earthquake centered near Louisa, Virginia (northwest of Richmond) reached 5.8 on the Richter scale. The most powerful earthquake to hit the East Coast in almost 70 years, it was felt in Maryland and along most of the eastern seaboard, leading to the evacuation of numerous offices and buildings. Despite its strength, the earthquake caused only minimal damage, and no casualties.

TornadoesHistorically, Maryland averages three reported tornadoes each year, most often occurring between May and July. The most powerful tornado recorded in Maryland occurred on April 29, 2002, in Calvert and Charles counties. Briefly reaching F5 status, it covered more than 30 miles, and had winds in excess of 260 mph.

History

Pre-Colonial HistoryIt appears that the first humans to arrive in the area that would become Maryland appeared around the 10th millennium BC, about the time that the last ice age ended. They were hunter-gatherers organized into semi-nomadic bands. They adapted as the region's environment changed, developing the spear for hunting as smaller animals, like deer, became more prevalent, and by about 1500 BC oysters had become an important food resource in the region. With the increased variety of food sources, Native American villages and settlements started appearing and their social structures increased in complexity. By about 1000 BC pottery was being produced. With the eventual rise of agriculture more permanent Native-American villages were built. But even with the advent of farming, hunting and fishing were still important means of obtaining food. The bow and arrow were first used for hunting in the area around the year 800. They ate what they could kill, grow or catch in the rivers and other waterways.

Early European Exploration

In 1498 the first European explorers sailed along the Eastern Shore, off present-day Worcester County. In 1524 Giovanni da Verrazzano, sailing under the French flag, passed the mouth of Chesapeake Bay. In 1608 John Smith entered the bay.

The region was depicted in a map by Estêvão Gomes and Diego Gutiérrez, made in 1562, in the context of the Spanish Ajacán Mission of the sixteenth century.

Industrial RevolutionBaltimore's seaport and good railroad connections fostered substantial growth during the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. Many manufacturing businesses were established in Baltimore and the surrounding area after the Civil War.

Cumberland was Maryland's second largest city in the 19th century, with ample nearby supplies of coal, iron ore and timber. These resources, along with railroads, the National Road and the C&O Canal, fostered its growth. The city was a major manufacturing center, with industries in glass, breweries, fabrics and tinplate.

The Pennsylvania Steel Company founded a steel mill at Sparrow's Point in Baltimore in 1887. The mill was purchased by Bethlehem Steel in 1916, and it became the world's largest steel mill by the mid-20th century, employing tens of thousands of workers.

Where is it?

Places to See

Eastern SeashoreThe Maryland Eastern Shore, a peninsula extending hundreds of miles between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, offers endless recreational opportunities and is a popular summer vacation destination. Visitors from around the region flock to the Eastern Shore to explore the historic towns, beaches and beautiful natural areas and enjoy activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, bird watching, biking and golf. The resort communities along the Eastern Shore host wonderful annual events including waterfront festivals, seafood festivals, boating regattas and races, fishing tournaments, boat shows, museum events, arts and crafts shows, and more. The following provides a guide to popular destinations along the Eastern Shore and highlights the major attractions. Have fun exploring this wonderful part of Maryland.

National HarborNational Harbor is a 350-acre waterfront destination in the Washington, DC area that opened in the spring of 2008. Set along a prime spot on the Potomac River, National Harbor, a $2.1 billion mixed-use community built by the Peterson Companies, includes hotels, restaurants, retail stores, condominiums, a full-service marina, a convention center, and commercial office space. The cornerstone of the development of National Harbor is the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, said to be the largest non-gaming hotel and convention center on the East Coast. The National Children's Museum  and a Tanger Outlet Shopping Mall recently opened. Additionally, MGM Resorts International has plans to build a $925 million casino complex on 23 acres overlooking the Potomac River with an 18-story, 300-suite hotel.

Fredrick Douglas "I will unite with any one to do right, and with no one to do wrong!"

Walk the halls of Cedar Hill, home of the famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass.

Born into slavery, Douglass escaped to spend his life fighting for justice and equality for all people. His tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity continue to inspire and sustain people today. 

Harriet TubmanHarriet Tubman's life was a monument to courage and determination that continues to stand out in American history. Born into slavery in Maryland, Harriet Tubman freed herself, and played a major role in freeing the remaining millions. After the Civil War, she joined her family in Auburn, NY, where she founded the Harriet Tubman Home. 

Babe Ruth

George Herman "Babe" Ruth, Jr. (February 6, 1895 – August 16, 1948), nicknamed "the Bambino" and "the Sultan of Swat", was an American professional baseball outfielder and pitcher who played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), from 1914 to 1935. Beginning his career as a stellar left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, Ruth achieved his greatest fame as a slugging outfielder for the New York Yankees. He established many batting (and some pitching) records, including career home runs (714), slugging percentage (.690), runs batted in (RBIs) (2,213), bases on balls (2,062), and on-base plus slugging (OPS) (1.164), some of which have been broken. One of the most prolific hitters in baseball history, Ruth was one of the first five players to be elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936.

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Special thanks to our sources Wikipedia and the book This Land is your Land Maryland!