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Hagerstown, Maryland

Located in Washington County, Maryland, Hagerstown was founded in 1762. Near Antietam Battlefield — bloodiest single day in American history (Sept 17, 1862). At the junction of I-81 and I-70.
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Founded 1762 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Washington County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Hagerstown, Maryland

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1762 Founded: Named for Jonathan Hager.
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1862 Antietam: Near Battle of Antietam.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Hagerstown's identity and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Hagerstown continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Hagerstown

May 11, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

1762 Culture
Founded
1862 Disaster
Antietam
1942 Government
Military Presence
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Near Antietam Battlefield — bloodiest single day in American history (Sept 17, 1862).
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At the junction of I-81 and I-70.
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Washington County seat in western Maryland.
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Hagerstown was founded in 1762.
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Hagerstown has a population of approximately 44,000.

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