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Boonesboro: Population 2,982
The
town of Boonsboro was founded by brothers George and William Boone,
relatives of the more famous Daniel Boone, and was situated along
the main road leading from Hagerstown to Frederick. The original
land deeds of the town listed the name as Boones Berry. The town
was laid out in 1788 and incorporated in 1831. Its early citizens
built the first monument to honor President George Washington.
Boonsboro's attractions include a Museum of History, the Crystal Grottoes Caverns, Washington Monument State Park and South Mountain Battlefield. The Boonsboro Museum of History has a unique collection of historic objects of local and national significance, including Civil War relics, an exhibit featuring the evolution of firearms and American Indian artifacts.