Province of Maryland
The Province of Maryland was one of the 13 colonies that went on to establish the United States.
Early history
The foundational charter of Maryland created a state, one ruled by the Palatine lord, Lord Baltimore. As ruler, he owned directly all of the land granted in the charter (almost 6,000,000 acres ), possessing absolute authority over his domain and requiring settlers to swear allegiance to him, and not the King of England. The charter created an upper aristocracy of lords of the manor, which bought 6,000 acres (24 kmē) from Baltimore and held legal and social privileges over the common settlers.
Related Topics:
Palatine lord - Acre - King of England - Lords of the manor
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