America250 #4 Just Who Was John O’Neill
The savage burning of Havre de Grace has led the people of Baltimore to calculate what they might expect from the tender mercies of the enemy–and they indignantly assemble to punish the invader.
The savage burning of Havre de Grace has led the people of Baltimore to calculate what they might expect from the tender mercies of the enemy–and they indignantly assemble to punish the invader.
Offering a glimpse of older homes and more in the early days of Havre de Grace, late 1700s – early 1800s. Life was a challenge!
Continuing our America250 posts, this 2nd post highlights Old Post Road, also known as ‘King’s Highway.’ We share what it was like to travel Old Post Road in the 1700s. It was definitely not for the faint of heart.
As you may know, 2026 is the 250th birthday of our country. This year, the City of Havre de Grace would like to bring focus to significant history from Havre de Grace as part of the state and national celebrations. We’ll update you as we learn more.
In the meantime. let’s learn about the Susquehannocks.