Inscription:
“Thomas Carney
CA. 1760-1828
Revolutionary War Patriot

Thomas Carney, a free African-American from Caroline county, served valiantly in the Continental Army with the Maryland Line. A survivor of Valley forge, he fought in nine battles from Brandywine, PA. to Eutaw Springs, SC. and was reportedly always among the first to charge. At the siege of Fort Niney-Six in South Carolina, he rescued Wounded Captain Perry Benson of Talbot County. The two remained lifelong friends.”

This is the newest of the Highway Historical having its dedication this past Saturday, April 30, 2022. Beginning with research done by the General Perry Benson Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution an unsung hero of the American Revolution is now known.

I attended the dedication. Photos from the dedication can be seen on the ShoreToBeFun FB page.

Read more about Thomas Carney and the dedication at the ChesaDelCrier

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Along the roads in Maryland there are roadside historical markers. Hundreds on Maryland Eastern Shore. The program was launched in 1933 and is currently administered by the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) in cooperation with the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA).These roadside historical markers are an effective way to draw attention to the many events, people and places that have contributed to the history of Maryland and the nation.

Often we will pass these signs at a speed that makes them hard to read. I will be posting one of these Highway Historical Markers each Tuesday Morning. Please come by to read read them and learn a little about the remarkable people, places and events throughout the region.

Why am I doing “Marker Tuesday” and the the often seen “Marker Monday”? No reason other than be different. Enjoy.