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Confirmation of Delaware's southern boundary
- When
- 1763–1767
- Where
- Delaware's southern boundary (Transpeninsular Line)
As part of the commission, Mason and Dixon confirmed the earlier survey delineating Delaware's southern boundary from the Atlantic Ocean to the Middle Point stone.
In addition to the main westward line, Mason and Dixon confirmed the earlier survey delineating Delaware's southern boundary from the Atlantic Ocean to the Middle Point stone, along what is today known as the Transpeninsular Line. This confirmation formed part of the broader boundary resolution among Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Delaware.
Sources
- Mason–Dixon line Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-29
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