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Civil War Treasure California St Marys

Lost Treasure MD • Saint Mary's County County
Description
Saint Mary's County legend of a large Civil War treasure buried near California on the Patuxent River — a Southern Maryland war-era hoard.
Historical Notes
California is a Patuxent River town in Saint Mary's County on Maryland's Western Shore. Compiled guides describe a large Civil War treasure concealed near the community. The tale anchors Saint Mary's to Port Tobacco pirate cave lore and Patuxent River shipping history.
Status / Verification legend — Legendary or approximate

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