Michael Cresap - Old Town, Maryland - Maryland Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

The roadside marker is located along Opessa Street in front of the Michael Cresap Museum.

Text from the sign: "He built his house, which can be seen nearby, about 1764. A trader, he cleared wilderness and fought Indians in “Cresap’s War” in Ohio, 1774. As a Captain he led riflemen, some painted Indian-style, to Boston at the start of the Revolution. Because of failing health he attempted to return home but died on the way and is buried in Trinity Churchyard, New York City. A brick addition to the house was built about 1781."

Erected by Maryland Bicentennial Commission and the Maryland Historical Society.

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County (required): Allegany County Location (required): North side of Opessa Street, on the lawn of the Michael Cresap Museum More info about the site/marker (optional): Marker is at or near this postal address: 19015 Opessa Street, Southeast, Oldtown MD 21555 Website for more info (optional): [Web Link] Marker Type (optional): Not listed

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