Benedict. Founded in 1683 as Benedict-Leonardtown. Here a vessel was constructed for Geo. Washington in 1760. In August, 1814, British troops under Gen. Ross landed near here for their march on the City of Washington.

Marker is at the intersection of Prince Frederick (Maryland Route 231) and Benedict Avenue-Mill Creek Road connector, on the right when traveling south on Prince Frederick.

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