When Frederick Road was built, granite "mile markers" were placed along the side of the road marking the miles to Baltimore. These markers, along with the "Seven Hills", "Tiber River", and "Castle Angelo" are yet another bit of history in the old town inspired by ancient Rome. I often wonder, who was involved in the early planning of the old town that was so moved by the history of ancient Rome and went on to use so many references to it.
I have often wanted to do a photographic survey of the remaining markers, but have never found the time. In my lifetime, several of them have disappeared, most notably, the one under the Oliver Viaduct railroad bridge at the foot of Main Street.
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