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Anne Arundel County, County capital in Baltimore metropolitan area, United States

Anne Arundel County extends across 588 square miles of Maryland's landscape, featuring numerous waterways including the Magothy, Severn, and South Rivers.

The county, established in 1650, bears the name of Anne Arundell, daughter of Thomas Arundell of Wardour and wife of Cecil Calvert, second Lord Baltimore.

The United States Naval Academy in Annapolis educates future naval officers while maintaining maritime traditions and military education excellence.

Residents access multiple public services through departments managing safety, health, and social programs, with facilities spread throughout the seven administrative districts.

The county hosted the first horse-drawn train service in the United States, operating from Baltimore to Ellicott Mills in 1830.

Location: Maryland

Inception: 1650

Capital city: Annapolis

Part of: Baltimore metropolitan area

Shares border with: Baltimore County, Calvert County, Kent County, Howard County, Prince George's County, Queen Anne's County, Talbot County, Baltimore

Website: https://aacounty.org

GPS coordinates: 39.00000,-76.60000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 14:45

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