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Maryland is known as the Free State, a moniker earned back in the 1920s when many in our state protested the federally mandated prohibition of alcohol. Despite the carping from those who thought alcohol control was a state issue, Maryland went dry just like everywhere else. Though Prohibition was ultimately repealed, throughout the 20th century government at all levels has made deeper inroads into our personal lives and pocketbooks.

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What is the state Maryland called?

Maryland's nicknames are "The Old Line State" and "Free State". Legend has it that George Washington called Maryland "The Old Line State" referring to the regular line troops from Maryland who served courageously in the Revolutionary War. It is called the "Free State" because Maryland became the first state to abolish slavery when the provisions of the Maryland's Constitution was adopted abolishing slavery within the state's borders.


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Maryland has several nicknames including "The Free State." Annapolis is the capital city in the U.S. state of Maryland.


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