McCoy's Ferry
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flyingmoose
N 39° 36.492 W 077° 58.211
18S E 245001 N 4388488
Located along the C&O Canal above the entrance tunnel.
Waymark Code: WM184TC
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 05/30/2023
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On May 23, 1861 Confederates attempting to capture the ferry boat at McCoy's Landing were driven off by the Clear Spring Guard. Here on October 10, 1862, Gen. J.E.B. Stuart crossed the Potomac on his second ride around McClellan's army.
County (required): Washington County
Location (required): C&O Canal
Marker Type (optional): Not listed
More info about the site/marker (optional): Not listed
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