+
Article
Other

History.library Point: John Francis Mercer: A Neglected Patriot

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting article on the life of the delegate from Maryland to the Constitutional Convention who eventually walked out (along with his fellow delegate Luther Martin) and fell into the anti-Federalist camp.
+
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Maryland Day, March 25, 1634

For Students 3rd - 8th
Features a brief overview of the history of Maryland, and the origin of Maryland Day. Also showcases several historical photos of Maryland from an aerial view.
+
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Luther Martin

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the life of Luther Martin, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention from Maryland. He did not sign the Constitution, and he later served for many years as the Attorney General of Maryland.
+
eBook
US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: James Mc Henry

For Students 9th - 10th
A good biography of James McHenry (1753-1816 CE), a delegate from Maryland to the Constitutional Convention. He also served as an aide to General Washington and later as his Secretary of War.
+
eBook
US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer

For Students 9th - 10th
A short but detailed biography on this delegate to the Constitutional Convention from Maryland. He was a good friend of George Washington.
+
eBook
US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: Daniel Carroll

For Students 9th - 10th
A short but good biography of this delegate to the Constitutional Convention from Maryland. He later served in Congress as a Representative from Maryland.
+
Primary
Other

Digital Maryland: Letter From Daniel St. Thomas Jenifer to Johnson 1788

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a file of an actual letter written by Daniel St. Thomas Jenifer to the governor of Maryland, Thomas Johnson. The letter is dated Nov. 11, 1788 and is three pages long. Some notes on the letter are also provided.
+
Handout
Other

Concord Learning Systems: Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer

For Students 9th - 10th
A short account of the life of Maryland delegate to the Constitutional Convention, Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer.
+
Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Maryland

For Students 3rd - 8th
Did you know about the Chestertown Tea Party? Why is there the Mason and Dixon line? What is a "Jimmy?" The Library of Congress provides this article of fun facts about Maryland.
+
Website
Other

Maryland Historical Chronology

For Students 9th - 10th
A chronological outline of the history of the state of Maryland, from 10,000 B.C. to present.
+
Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Daniel Carroll

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides biographical details on the life of Carroll, with an emphasis on his role as a Catholic, and also his role in the picking of Washington D.C. as the capital. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference...
+
Handout
50 States

50 States: Maryland (Md)

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Maryland. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.