I live in Oella, Maryland, across the river from Old Ellicott City. I'm researching the U.S. Navy in the first half of the 19th century and very much appreciate all of the information I find here, so I'll try to add photos and information to help others.

I live in Oella, Maryland, across the river from Old Ellicott City. I'm researching the U.S. Navy in the first half of the 19th century and very much appreciate all of the information I find here, so I'll try to add photos and information to help others.