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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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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: New Netherland and Maryland

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about Dutch exploration and settlement in the area explored by Henry Hudson. Scrolling through will take you to information about New Netherland and the settling of New Sweden which later became Maryland.
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Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Cecilius Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives a detailed biography of the second Lord Baltimore, Cecilius Calvert, and his rule over the colony for almost forty years with an iron hand. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
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Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: George Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes George Calvert's life and attempt to find land where Catholics could settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Leonard Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This article concerns the first Governor of Maryland, Leonard Calvert, and his struggles for land he was trying to settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Global Classroom: George Calvert: Lord Baltimore

For Students 6th - 8th
This is a short biography of George Calvert leading up to his coming to America.
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Leonard Calvert the William Claiborne Connection

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Leonard Calvert detailing important dates in his life.