1. In 1638, the first English settlement was established in Maryland at Kent Island, located in the Chesapeake Bay. The settlement was the beginning of the colony of Maryland, which would eventually become one of the original thirteen colonies of the United States.

2. On June 25, 1876, Baltimore City was granted a city charter, officially recognizing it as a city in the state of Maryland. Prior to this, Baltimore was considered a town under the jurisdiction of Baltimore County.

3. In 1950, a devastating flood hit the town of Ellicott City, Maryland, causing significant damage and taking the lives of several people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall that led to an overflowing of the Patapsco River and its tributaries.

4. On June 25, 1971, the first Pride parade in Baltimore was held in support of the LGBTQ+ community. The parade was a significant moment in the history of LGBTQ+ rights in Maryland and helped to raise awareness about the struggles faced by the community.

5. In 1999, the Baltimore Orioles played their last game at Memorial Stadium, which had been their home field since 1954. The team moved to a new stadium, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, the following year. Memorial Stadium was later demolished and replaced with a mixed-use development.