Maryland received it's charter in 1632 from Charles I of England. It was founded by Lord Baltimore, because he had attempted to settle in Virginia and was rejected for being a Catholic. It was named for Queen Henrietta Maria of England, Charles' wife and a Catholic. Maryland as a result of its founder had one of the first religious tolerance laws, which influenced the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Maryland was founded by Cecilius Calvert as a refuge for Catholics who were persecuted in England.
Maryland was founded so Catholics could practice their religion in peace.
Maryland was founded for profit and for refuge for Roman Caltholics.
Maryland was founded by George(Lord Baltimore) and Cecilius(2nd Lord Baltimore) Calvert
Lord Baltimore founded Maryland.
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No, Maryland was founded by George Calvert as a refuge for Catholics.
Maryland and Georgia were founded for religious freedom.
Maryland was founded in 1634.
Maryland was founded by Lord Calvert for Catholics.
Maryland was originally founded in England
The state of Maryland was originally a Catholic colony.
Maryland was founded in 1634.
Maryland was founded by George(Lord Baltimore) and Cecilius(2nd Lord Baltimore) Calvert
Maryland was founded in 1634 by Lord Baltimore.
lord baltimore founded maryland
Lord Baltimore founded Maryland.
Maryland was founded by Catholic proprietors on land given to Cecillius Calvert.
Lord Calvert, the 2nd Earl of Baltimore founded Maryland.
Maryland was founded as a refuge for Catholics.