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Georgetown
Georgetown was little more than a sleepy market town when planning for a Potomac River Valley canal began in the 1820s. It would likely have remained one forever or perhaps even faded away entirely but for one critical decision: the new canal would not end at Fletcher's Cove, as expected, but continue into the heart of the village. This meant Georgetown would have a real future, not only as an important capital city neighborhood but also as a vibrant, industrial community. |