Horace Capron had
a profound impact on Laurel, Maryland's early years.
Reminders of his years in Laurel—from the Laurel Museum
building itself, to Main Street—are all around us.
During his early years he witnessed important events in the
nation's history from creation of the Erie Canal, to Lafayette's visit to the United States..
His
life after leaving Laurel was even more remarkable—and
touched some of the great events in our nation’s growth and
development.
He
encountered Native Americans in Texas, fought in the Civil
War, and lost a son to battle. After the war he served as United
States Commissioner of Agriculture.
At
the age of 67 he led a delegation that helped transform
Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost province: His efforts helped
demonstrate the United States’ growing stature in the
international community.
