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The birth records of Maryland are available from 1898 for Baltimore and from 1898 to 1919 for other counties. Prior to these years, many records were maintained by churches, particularly Catholic and Protestant congregations.
The Maryland Department of Health oversees official birth certificates, and records remain private for 100 years before becoming publicly accessible.
Maryland, founded as a haven for English Catholics in the 17th century, has a rich colonial history. The state’s diverse population includes African American and immigrant communities from Europe, contributing to its genealogical complexity.
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