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Annexation Treaty
- When
- March-April 1857
- Where
- Cape Palmas
The Republic of Maryland signed an annexation treaty with Liberia, ending its status as an independent state.
The Republic of Maryland recognized its inability to survive as an independent state. Following a referendum, the state signed an annexation treaty with the Republic of Liberia. This merger resulted in the territory becoming known as Maryland County.
Sources
- Republic of Maryland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-17
- Cape Palmas Wikipedia, revision of 2026-03-26
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