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Christopher E. Haley, Chair (chosen by Governor)Appointed by Governor: Maya D. Davis; Stacy Montgomery; Tereance R. Moore; Christopher R. Patterson; Nicholas A. Redding.
Appointed by Senate President: Benjamin T. Brooks, Sr.
Appointed by House Speaker: Gary Simmons
Edward C. Papenfuse State Archives Building, 350 Rowe Blvd., Annapolis, Maryland, May 2009. Photo by Diane F. Evartt.
Staff: Owen Lourie
c/o Research, Education, & Outreach
State Archives, 350 Rowe Blvd., Annapolis, MD 21401
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e-mail: owen.lourie@maryland.gov
In July 2024, the Commission to Study African-American Civil War Soldiers in Maryland was authorized by the General Assembly (Chapter 434, Acts of 2024).
The Commission charge was to study the history of African-American Civil War soldiers who fought for the Union Army in Maryland. The study included muster rolls, locations of service, and all distinguished honors and recognitions awarded. Further, the Commission made findings and recommendations about the funding, design, construction, and location of memorials dedicated to African-American Civil War soldiers in Maryland.
Nine members constituted the Commission. Six were appointed by the Governor, and one each by the Senate President and House Speaker. The Governor named the Chair (Chapter 434, Acts of 2024).
Authorization for the Commission ended June 30, 2025.
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