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Kent Island's rich history spans from the nation's earliest settlements to World War I.

Retrace Kent Island’s Surprising History as One of Nation’s First Settlements

Kent Island is known for many things: the Bay Bridge, fishing, and the restaurants of Kent Narrows. History, however, cannot be overlooked on this Queen Anne’s County isle. It was settled in 1631, behind only Plymouth and Jamestown, and played host to some other pivotal bits of history, too. Did you know it almost became a proving ground for weapons testing?

Visit Queen Anne’s County takes us on a history tour to see more of Kent Island’s fascinating past. Watch it here: