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Annapolis and Eastport in 1896

An 1896 photograph looks across Annapolis toward the water and Eastport.

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Annapolis view in 1896
Annapolis view in 1896. Source: Library of Congress.

Okay, this isn’t from an airplane obviously, given the date, but it’s a beautiful view of Annapolis towards the water and Eastport from 1896. I’m assuming this is a view from the Capitol, but hopefully residents can correct me if I’m wrong. Apologies if that’s the case.

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Topics1890s · Annapolis · Photography

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