Askiminokonson Indian Town

In 1671 the largest indian town in Maryland, jointly occupied by the Pocomoke, Annamessex, Manokin, Nassawattex and Acouintica Indians. A large reservation laid out here in 1686.

Marker is at the intersection of MD 12 and Nassawango Road, on the right when traveling north on MD 12.

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