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University of Groningen

American History: Documents: Maryland Toleration Act 1649

For Students 9th - 10th
The text of a 1649 colonial act concerning religion in Maryland. Describes punishment of any who reject Christian teaching.
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Other

Md Archives: Two Acts of Toleration in 1649 and 1826

For Students 9th - 10th
VERY in-depth site explaining the Tolerance Act of 1649, as well as the Tolerance Act of 1826. Very informative.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Southern Colonies: Maryland the Catholic Experiment

For Students 5th - 8th
What began as a place of refuge for Catholics who were discriminated against in England, the colony of Maryland soon suffered religious strife even after the passage of the Toleration Act of 1649. Find out what caused the strife and why...
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University of Groningen

American History: Documents: The Maryland Toleration Act

For Students 9th - 10th
This site discusses the actual effects of the Maryland Toleration Act. Clicking on "Text" will take you to the original document.