Name: Best Western Westminster
Address: Westminster, Maryland, 21158-4336, USA
Telephone: 410-857-1900

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Things to Do in Westminster, MDDiscover History, Arts & CultureLocated in Carroll County, Best Western Westminster is within close proximity to many things to do in Westminster. From shopping to wine tours, from the local college to historic war sites, there is plenty to see and do during your stay. History & BattlefieldsPipe Creek Civil War Round Table

Pipe Creek Civil War Round Table

1430 E. Mayberry Road Westminster, MD 410-346-7881To promote Carroll County’s role during the American Civil War, we have preserved historic land by assisting community efforts and the county historical society, and stimulate interest in our heritage and history by educating Carroll Countians of all ages.Pipe Creek Civil War Round Table also continues the art of oral history by sponsoring monthly programs and special outreach programs about Carroll County, provides volunteer work where necessary, and preserves our history through writing and photography. Meetings are generally the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Wellness Center, Carroll Lutheran Village, St. Luke Drive, or at a location to be announced. During the year, battlefield walks are conducted as the opportunity arises to study local campaigns and battles.Carroll County Farm Museum

Carroll County Farm Museum

The Farm Museum recreates an era of self-sufficiency. The nineteenth-century farm family worked the land and produced their own food, soap, and clothing. The Farm Museum showcases period antiques, donated by local Carroll County families. The museum includes one hundred and forty acres of grounds displaying early farm instruments. The Farmhouse was built in 1852 and contains six exhibit rooms.The farm is a working operation with live farm animals. The outbuildings include a smokehouse, a springhouse, blacksmith shop, and wagon shed, and are used to demonstrate life on an 1800's farm. Skilled artisans present traditional arts such as blacksmithing, tinsmithing, spinning, weaving, quilting, and woodcarving. The General Store sells handcrafted items made by these artisans. There is also a one-room schoolhouse on the site.Civil War encampments and other special events are regularly scheduled. Recreational facilities are available. Open weekends Saturday and Sunday Noon to 5pm - May through October. Open Tuesday through Friday 10 am to 4 pm - July and August.Union Mills Homestead

Union Mills Homestead

North on Route 97 1-800-272-1933The Shriver Homestead was originally established in 1797 by David and Andrew Shriver along Big Pipe Creek. The ambitious brothers built a gristmill and a sawmill and later added a tannery, copper shop and blacksmith's shop. Union Mills' most interesting history occurs during the Civil War. Living at the Homestead, Andrew Shriver and family supported the Union cause. Directly across the road, his brother William Shriver and family supported the Confederate cause. Each family sent sons to the army of their cause. Their children divided the property and those living at the "Homestead" were loyal to the North although owning slaves, and those living across the road, although against slavery, were loyal to the South.On June 29, 1863, General Stuart's Confederate Cavalry camped there after being delayed in their march through Westminster by the Delaware Calvary stationed there. The family awoke to the sight of horses and soldiers filling the yard and surrounding the house. When asked for his horses, Andrew Shriver replied that he was a Union man, but daughters crying prevented him from being taken prisoner. The hungry soldiers were fed at William’s home across the road. With Herbert Shriver as their guide, the rebel cavalry departed towards Hanover, Pennsylvania. Shortly after the Confederate cavalry left, the Union soldiers arrived and camped in the surrounding fields and the division commander made the Andrew Shriver's house his headquarters. The Union soldiers also departed for Gettysburg. The windows rattled from the cannons of the Battle of Gettysburg as the family awaited the outcome.Today the mill is still in operation; grinding rye, whole wheat, buckwheat and cornmeal flours, which are available for purchase at the site. The Union Mills Homestead is located seven miles north of Westminster on Route 97. Open from June through August, Tuesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 pm. From September to May, it is open weekends from noon to 4pm.Harper's Ferry

Harpers Ferry

On Route 340 South and Potomac RiverOn September 12, 1862, General Stonewall Jackson attacked the Federal garrison at Martinsburg driving the Union troops to Harper's Ferry. During this Confederate advance, Union General McClellan marched through Frederick and received a lost copy of Lee’s battle plan Confederate Order 191, called the Lost Dispatch. On September 13, Jackson occupied the southern exit from Harper's Ferry and bombarded the garrison there. McLaw’s Confederate division captured Maryland Heights, cutting off a Federal retreat northwards. Walker's Confederate division occupied Loudon Heights and surrounded Mile's division. The Union army surrendered 12,000 troops at Harper's Ferry on the 15th.Antietam National Battlefield Site

Antietam National Battlefield Site

Routes 34 and 65

On September 17, 1862, the Battle of Antietam, or Sharpsburg, was the tragic culmination of the Confederate’s first invasion of the North. About 50,000 of General Lee’s Confederates faced the 75,000-man Federal Army of the Potomac led by General McClellan. By the afternoon of September 15, both armies had established battle lines on the Antietam Creek near the town of Sharpsburg. General Jackson's troops reached Sharpsburg on the 16th; Harpers Ferry surrendered the day before.

The battle began at dawn on the 17th when Union General Hooker's artillery fired on Jackson's men in the cornfield north of town. Hooker's troops advanced. At 7 a.m. Jackson was reinforced and drove Hooker back. At 8 a.m. Union troops under General Mansfield counterattacked and by 9 o'clock regained the ground. General Sedgwick's division of Sumner's corps advanced into the West Woods. Confederate troops attacked Sedgwick's men on both flanks and inflicted heavy casualties. Meanwhile, General French's division of Sumner’s corps moved to support Sedgwick, but was diverted south into Confederates under General Hill. For nearly 4 hours, fighting raged along an old road (known as Bloody Lane) as French's division tried to drive the Southerners back. Confusion and exhaustion ended the battle in the northern part of the field.
Southeast of town, Union General Burnside's troops crossed a bridge over Antietam Creek and were engaged by 400 Georgians, who kept them at bay. Burnside finally crossed the bridge (known as Burnside Bridge), advanced up the slope, and drove the Georgians back to Sharpsburg. This action threatened to block the line of retreat for the Confederates. General Hill's division, left behind at Harpers Ferry, arrived on the field and joined the Georgia Company. Burnside's troops were driven back near the bridge. With no clear victor, the Battle of Antietam ended. However, due to heavy losses, Lee withdrew his army across the Potomac River the next day.
More men were killed or wounded at Antietam on September 17, 1862, than on any other single day of the Civil War. More than 26,000 (12,400 Union and 13,700 Confederate) casualties resulted from the day’s battle. Approximately 4,000 were killed, and in the days that followed, many more died of wounds or disease. The village of Sharpsburg became a communal hospital and the burial ground extended for miles. Established on August 30, 1890, Antietam National Cemetery contains nearly five thousand Union remains buried here from the Battles of Antietam, South Mountain, and Monocacy.
Although neither side gained a decisive victory, Lee's failure to invade effectively into the North prompted Great Britain to decline recognition of the Confederate government. The battle gave President Abraham Lincoln the opportunity to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, which, on January 1, 1863, declared free all slaves in States still in rebellion against the United States. Now the war had a dual purpose: to preserve the Union and end slavery.Gettysburg

Gettysburg

Route 15 north

The Battle of Gettysburg began early on the morning of July 1, 1863, when Union pickets west of Gettysburg observed a Confederate column heading toward them. The first shot was fired by the Union around 8 a.m. General Heth sent two brigades to attack McPherson Ridge and fighting spread north and south along the ridge. The Virginia Brigade moved toward the McPherson Ridge. From behind rail fences, the Pennsylvania Brigade repulsed the attacks from the
Virginians, who were pinned down by Union fire. After several hours of fighting and taking heavy losses, the Union regiments withdrew from the McPherson Farm to Seminary Ridge where they made one final stand. Then they retreated to Cemetery Hill in defeat at the arrival of additional Confederate reinforcements.

On Oak Ridge, CSA General Davis' Brigade flanked Cutler's Brigade near an excavated railroad bed and forced them to retreat to Seminary Ridge. By 3:30 p.m., the entire Union line had broken apart. Some troops made a final stand near the Seminary. Most Union soldiers were forced to retreat through Confederate fire through the streets of Gettysburg. A rear guard, the 16th Maine Infantry was trapped and forced to surrender. On the summit of Oak Hill and surrounded by Confederate artillery guns, the Eternal Light Peace Memorial commemorates the historic battlefield.

On the morning of July 2, 1863, General Lee decided that General Hill would maintain the Confederate centerline while General Longstreet's Corps would attack the Union left, and General Ewell's Corps would attack the right. Longstreet’s men had an eighteen-mile march to get into position on southern Seminary Ridge.

The northern crest of Cemetery Ridge, General Hancock rallied his defeated Union troops on Cemetery Hill is after the first day of the battle. By the morning of July 2, Cemetery Hill was heavily fortified with its base ringed with infantry and three artillery batteries protecting the summit. The Soldier’s National Cemetery and the National Park Service Visitor’s Center are located here.

Cemetery Ridge runs southward 1½ miles to the Round Tops and was a strategic position for infantry and artillery to cover the west where the main Confederate attack threatened. Against orders, General Sickles moved away from the main Union line on Cemetery Ridge to the Peach Orchard leaving the left of the Union army open to attack. Longstreet's Confederate troops were anchored by the Mississippi Brigade and the Georgia Brigade, whose objective was to attack the Union troops in the Peach Orchard. At 4 p. m., CSA artillery along this line opened fire on Union regiments stationed in the Peach Orchard. The Mississippians broke through the Union defenders and Sickles' exposed line collapsed. The Confederates pushed on to Plum Run. General Sickle’s advance left Little Round Top undefended until late in the afternoon of July 2. This station held a commanding view of the battlefield to the north and west. The 15th Alabama Infantry engaged Colonel Chamberlain’s 20th Maine Infantry Regiment at the summit. As both sides ran low on ammunition, Chamberlain ordered the bayonet and surprised the Alabamians who retreated or surrendered. On the opposite end of the line, the 140th New York Infantry charged the 4th and 5th Texas Infantry Regiments. The attack of the New Yorkers stalled the last CSA attack on Little Round Top, and the Confederates withdrew to Big Round Top.

On the afternoon of July 2, Confederates struck Devil’s Den from three directions. Repeated charges by the 15th Georgia and the 1st Texas Infantry weakened the Union position. As the battle for Devil's Den raged, the last of General Hood's brigades charged toward the 19-acre Wheatfield. Fighting began at 4:30 when the Georgia Brigade swept through the woods to the south and encountered Union regiments, who kept the Confederates at bay for nearly an hour. However, Southern forces were relentless, and the Union soldiers withdrew from the Wheatfield. The 17th Maine was ordered about face to cover the retreat with a desperate bayonet charge. Finally, the Georgia brigade swept the field and won the ground. The Wheatfield was one of the bloodiest sites on the battlefield. Charge and counterattack left this field littered with more than 4,000 casualties.

Culp's Hill was the right flank of the Union line at Gettysburg. At dusk on July 2, the Union troops heard Confederates at the eastern base of the hill. The attack began at 8 p.m. and ended at midnight. Union artillery began bombardment at 4 a.m., followed by the advance of Union regiments. The Confederates fought without the benefit of artillery support. A Union attack near Spangler's Spring was countered with a charge by the 1st Maryland CSA. By 10 a.m., a Union counterattack had succeeded and Culp’s Hill was secure.

On the morning of July 3, Union General Meade’s army formed a curved line anchored along Cemetery Ridge. After Culp's Hill, General Lee altered his strategy and decided to attack a perceived gap in Union’s centerline with a bombardment. After two hours, the Union guns fell silent and Lee thought they had withdrawn. At 3 p.m., 12,000 Confederate soldiers made their way up to the Angle at the Union center. General Longstreet reluctantly commanded the last great charge of the battle. General Pickett's Division of Virginia soldiers, General Pettigrew’s Division and General Trimble’s two brigades made the charge (Pickett's Charge). The charge began at Spangler Woods near the Virginia Monument, leads across a mile of open field, across the Emmitsburg Road, and up to the Angle. Seven thousand Union soldiers were positioned in the area of the Angle. Pickett's soldiers charged over the wall, and fighting was brutal hand-to-hand in the trees. The remaining Union batteries blasted the southerners. With no reinforcements or support, the Confederates could not hold the Angle. Here stands a small grove of trees and the High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument, dedicated in 1892. The monument lists the commands of both armies that participated in Pickett's Charge.The Road to Gettysburg

Road To Gettysburg

Through Sykesville and Hoods Mill. They sabotaged the railroad tracks and bridge then followed the current Route 97 into Westminster, where they skirmished briefly with a small Union force and camped north of town overnight. Simultaneously to the west, Union General Sedgwick was heading north through Mount Airy on Ridge Road (Route 27). His Sixth Corps marched through Westminster (on June 30) toward Manchester. However, orders to proceed to Gettysburg arrived and they backtracked through Westminster, arriving at Gettysburg on the afternoon of the second day.

General Hancock’s Second Corps bivouacked in Uniontown, then marched through Taneytown to Gettysburg. This same evening General Gregg’s Calvary marched through New Windsor and towards Hanover. General Sykes’ Fifth Corps camped at Union Mill’s on Route 97 the next day following the Confederate’s exact route. Sixty thousand soldiers marched through Carroll County on their way to Gettysburg and the most famous battle of the Civil War.Monocacy Battlefield

Monocay Battlefield

South of Frederick on Route 355

With most of the Union army engaged with General Lee in Virginia, the nation’s Capitol was sparsely defended in the summer of 1864. General Lee sent General Early on a daring assignment to capture Washington, D.C. On July 9, 1864, Confederate General Early was advancing toward the Capitol from the west when his troops encountered Union forces, the Eighth Illinois at Frederick Junction. Most of General Wallace’s Corps were in Petersburg with General grant. He commanded a small force of inexperienced men who had arrived four days earlier and set up a strong position at the intersection of the railroad and the Monocacy River. Fortunately, on July 8, General Rickett’s arrived with 3000 soldiers to boost Wallace’s ranks.

Confederate forces clashed with the Union defenses at theJunction, but then withdrew to seek an easier river crossing. One mile west, they crossed at the Worthington-McKinney Ford and on the Worthington farm encountered Rickett’s men. The initial Confederate attack was thrown back, but reinforcements outnumbered the Union forces. Although greatly outnumbered, General Wallace’s troops fought the entire day with heavy losses delaying the Confederates advance. Early’s Confederate forces were exhausted by the day’s fighting and did not reach Washington until reinforcements arrived to defend the Capitol. This battle ended General Lee’s third and final attempt to invade the North’s home ground.
The battlefield is open from April to October from 8 am to 4:30 pm. From November to March, it is open Wednesday through Sunday. Hiking trails, guided tours and auto tours are available.WineriesSerpent Ridge Vineyard

Serpent Ridge Vineyard

2962 Nicodemus Rd Westminster, MD 410-848-6511

Serpent Ridge Vineyard, located in Beautiful Carroll County is Westminster’s First Vineyard Winery. Newly opened in 2009, they specialize in small lots of handmade wine from grapes grown directly on the vineyard, select Maryland vineyards, and other carefully chosen sites.Serpent Ridge consists currently of two acres of grapes, and this leads to a hands-on approach to wine making. Each vintage is made in small lots, and aged in stainless steel or new age oak. The bottles are sealed with a Zork, a relatively new and quite innovative approach to bottle closures. In regards to the debate of art versus science when wine making, Greg (Owner) says this “At Serpent Ridge we allow the art of winemaking to be nudged by science if it decides to wander too far from our vision.”Galloping Goose Vineyards

Galloping Goose Vineyards

4326 Maple Grove Road Hampstead, MD 410-374-6596

Galloping Goose Vineyards are located in northern Carroll County, Maryland. The rolling hills are graced with 32 acres of vines. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Barbera, Petit Verdot, Chambourcin and Chardonnay make up the majority of the vineyards.

The winery is dedicated to producing small quantities of estate wines, aged in oak with a personal touch. Galloping Goose is a family-run business.

The quaint tasting and gathering rooms are open for wine tasting and tours, most Saturdays and Sundays*, from noon until 5 pm. Special gatherings and events can be planned. Ask about our Barrel Club and Case Club. We invite you to enjoy the wines and relax in this country setting.Maryland Wine Festival

Wine Events

Thursday, December 15, 2016 - Sunday, October 1, 2017

Maryland Wine Festival Details:

Sat 10-6 pm, Sun 12-6 pm
Carroll County Farm Museum
Westminster, Carroll County

Festival attractions, including:

Food vendors
Craft vendors
Entertainment
Wine education seminars
Amateur wine competition

Web Address: http://www.marylandwinefestival.org/

Local CitiesBaltimore

Baltimore

Route 140 east

Baltimore is a city with charming ethnic and cultural neighborhoods, historical sites and Chesapeake Bay dishes. The National [Best Western Westminster - Beatty Carmer] Aquarium is located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor as is the Maryland Science Center. The harbor is a National Historic Seaport and features the Pride of Baltimore II, a replica of an 1812 Clipper topsail schooner. Baltimore is the home of the Peabody Conservatory of Music, the nation’s oldest music school.

The B&O Railroad Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history of the

railroads of the mid-Atlantic region. The B&O Railroad Museum is open daily from 10 am to 5 p. except Holidays. Baseball is highlighted with Camden Yards and the nearby the Babe Ruth Museum, a national historic site.Washington, DC

White House

Route 97 southWashington D.C. has great historic attractions such as the George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, Smithsonian Museums, National Museum of Natural History, the National Art Gallery, and the memorials on the Mall. The nation’s Capitol is only 45 miles on scenic Route 97 south of Westminster. Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

Part of the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan area, this city is known for its rich history. Visit national museums, state parks and old colonial sites. Enjoy the downtown area's great dining, shopping and annual events.Lancaster, PA

Lancaster Pennsylvania

Located in central Pennsylvania and one of the oldest towns in USA, Lancaster is home to plenty of dining, shopping and things to do. People flock to the town for Dutch Wonderland, Hersheypark and the Central Market. York County, PA

Countryside In York County Pa

Route 94 northHanover is located at the intersection of Route 94 and Route 116 in York County. Hanover has maintained its small town charm with a delightful selection of specialty shops surrounding its square. Two large food processors, Snyder’s and Utz, are open for factory tours. Neas House Museum and the Wirt Park Fire Station Museum are both located downtown. A few blocks to the north is the Eichelberger Performing arts Center. Contact the Hanover Chamber of Commerce at 717-637-6130 or visit the website at:EducationMcDaniel College

McdDaniel College

McDaniel College, the 160-acre campus overlooking Downtown Westminster is a private college with the focus in science and liberal arts. The college formally known as Western Maryland College, prides itself on plenty of undergraduate and 17 graduate programs offered. The college is a huge center for local sports, arts, theater, lectures, workshop and other community events available to the public.Learn more on their website by clicker HERE. Carroll Community College

Carroll Community College

Westminster is home to Carroll Community College. The college offers plenty 2-year degree courses in health, business, criminal justice, fine and performing arts, teacher education, technical studies and transfer programs. The college also houses plenty of interactive courses while taking advantage of their professional facilities. Click HERE to visit their website and learn more.Stevenson University

University

Located in the Greenspring Valley area of Baltimore County, Stevenson University os a private and independent university specializing in undergraduate and graduate studies. http://www.stevenson.edu/Universities 1-Hour Away

American University

We are located just an hour out from many renowned higher education facilities.This includes the ever popular American university. Learn more about any of these institutions below.

American University

Bowie State University

College of Notre Dame of Maryland

Coppin State University

Georgetown University

Gettysburg College

Goucher College

Hood College

Howard University

Johns Hopkins University

Loyola College

Maryland Institute College of Art

Morgan State University

Mount Saint Mary's College

St. John's College

The Catholic University of America

Towson University

United States Naval Academy

University of Baltimore

University of Maryland at Baltimore

University of Maryland at College Park

University of Maryland, Baltimore County

York College

Entertainment & ShoppingDowntown Westminster - Main St.

Westminster, Maryland Panoramio

Enjoy the charming and historic small-town vibe of Downtown Westminster. The downtown area provides one-of-a-kind shopping experience with quaint restaurants and business owners. Friendly to solo and family visitors alike, guests flock to the Carroll Arts Center and the Historical Society of Carroll County. There are plenty of special events that go on through the year. Experience concerts, parades, festivals and much more!DiningEnjoy an eclectic dining experience with local restaurant owners and their fantastic cuisine.

Artisan Wine Company

Belisimo's

Bill's Seafood & Pit Beef

CUP Tea Bar & Café

Furnace Hills Coffee Co.

Giulianova Groceria & Italian Deli

Jeanne Birds Café

Johannsson’s

O’lordons Pub

Rock Salt seafood

Rafael’s

ShoppingEnjoy the modern, cultural and historic shopping experience of downtown Westminster.

TownMall of Westminster

Carriage House Liquors

Carroll Arts Center

Cecelia's Bridals Inc.

Clementine's Country Boutique

Coffey Music

Davidus Cigars

Gotham Comics

Liberty Market

Pomeroy Jewelers

Sidetracked Antiques & Design

TownMall of Westminster

Town Mall Of Westminster

Located in Westminster, MD, TownMall is the shopping pinnacle of Westminster. The shopping center boasts over 80 stores eateries including Bath & Body Works, Claire's, Foot Locker, GameStop, Subway, Arby's and Sears.Click HERE for more information on TownMall Westminster.Carroll Arts Center

Caroll Arts Center

Run by the Carroll County Arts Council, enjoy exciting local events and the Carroll Arts Center. From ensemble concerts to abstract art shows, there is no shortage of entertainment and culture in Westminster, MD. Engage in annual special activities like Adult Art & Yoga Classes, PEEPShow and Art in the Park. Click HERE for event listings and ticketing info. Meetings, Events & BusinessWedding Packages

Wedding

We are ready to help you plan your wedding at The Westminster Catering Center!Plus, you are going to love being in control of your Wedding and private gathering at The Westminster Catering Center!When you host your Wedding Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Anniversary, Bridal Shower, or other Special Event with us you can bring your own food, select your own caterer or use our preferred caterer.Totally, your choice!With our preferred caterer, you can select 4 full-service wedding packages, either buffet or plated options, with a 4-hour open bar, plenty of hor d’ oeuvres, all linens, and table centerpieces.Or we can create a specially designed menu for you and your celebration. And we can even supply your wedding cake! Simple. affordable & delicious!If you wish to bring your own food or supply your own caterer, we offer flexible 4, 6, and 8-hour event rentals, along with all tables, chairs, china, glass, and silverware for your celebration.Plus, you can bring your own non-alcoholic beverages or select our beer, wine, or open bar packages.The Westminster Catering Center offers a selection of private venues perfectly matched for large or small gatherings and all beautifully decorated, set up for your party, with free WiFi and tons of free parking!If you’re seeking an outdoor venue for your wedding ceremony or lodging for out-of-town guests, we have you covered. So, look no farther, let's get together and explore how we can be of service to you and your special event.We look forward to meeting with you and planning your celebration.Westminster Celebration CenterCome and celebrate your special day with us, contact us today to discuss your upcoming event!RFP Form: http://westminsterconferencecenter.com/wedding-rfp.htmlor via directly to:

Matt Franzenmatt - matt@bestwesternwestminster.com

(410) - 857 - 1901

Nature & ParksHashawha Environmental Center & Bear Branch Nature Center

Hshawha Environmental Center & Bear Branch Nature Center

Soak up Westminster nature at the Hshawha Environmental Center & Bear Branch Nature Center. The park includes several miles of multi-use trails, fishing spots, lake Hashawha and diverse wildlife. Hashawha is known for its educational practices with elementary students which includes an on-site nature retreat. There are plenty of seasonal festivals that take place on the grounds such as the Maple Festival and the Maple Sugarin' Festival. The Bear Branch Nature Center features a planetarium, summer camps and group camping. Westminster Community Pond

Westminster Ponds

The Westminster Community Pond is a family popular destination in Westminster. The newly revitalized nature preserve offers a playground, trails, fishing and much more.Sunflower Gardens

Sunflower Sun Summer Yellow

Visit the quaint beauty that is the Sunflower Gardens. Known as the county's most Instagrammed spot, the garden features seasonally and carefully grown sunflowers and other flowers available for purchase. The kind owners enjoy engaging with visitors and encouraging pictures of the flowers. www.thesunflowergarden.com

Best Western Westminster

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Westminster, Maryland,

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