Georgetown, Maryland

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Georgetown is an unincorporated community in Kent County, Maryland, United States.[1]

The Battle of Caulk's Field during the War of 1812 occurred near Georgetown on August 31, 1814; it was a victory for the local militia, and the British commander was killed during the fighting.

References

  1. "Geographic Names Information System". Georgetown (Populated Place). U.S. Geological Survey. 2009-01-29. 

Coordinates: 39°13′20″N 76°11′43″W / 39.22222°N 76.19528°W / 39.22222; -76.19528


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