Tag Archives: William H. Snowden

Visit to Wellington (River Farm) on the Way to War

On April 17, 1862, William H. Snowden boarded the steamboat John A. Warner for a trip down the Potomac River. He was traveling for business….with the Union Army. While he was raised in the Quaker tradition, at the first sign … Continue reading

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Wellington, Riverview, Andalusia, Arcturus and Collingwood: The Snowden Brothers and their Homes

This is the first in a series of posts on the Snowden Family and their connections to the history of our area.  Of at least 5 homes occupied by the Snowdens from 1859-1949, only two are left:  Wellington and Collingwood.  … Continue reading

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St. John’s Church, Broad Creek, MD

George Washington attended Services here, the sign says as you walk along the path to St. John’s Episcopal Church, also called Broad Creek Church.  This year is the church’s 325th anniversary.  In 1692, the Church of England established thirty parishes … Continue reading

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