State House
building, Annapolis, Maryland, United States
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The Maryland State House, located in Annapolis, Maryland, is the oldest state capitol in the United States still in legislative use. Annapolis became the colonial capital in 1694, moving from St. Mary's City. The building itself was constructed between 1772 and 1779. It has hosted significant historical events, including the ratification of the Treaty of Paris in 1784, which ended the American Revolution. The State House is a prominent feature of Annapolis, which is also home to the United States Naval Academy.12
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