The Rise and Fall of the Ferry Era with Martin J. Bollinger

from PreserveCast · host Preservation Maryland

Author and historian Martin J. Bollinger joins us to discuss his book, When Claiborne Bridged the Chesapeake: The Rise and Fall of the Ferry Era. Published in 2025, the book explores the rise and decline of ferry transportation linking Maryland’s Eastern and Western Shores before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, highlighting the economic, political, and technological forces that shaped the region. Where to buy the book: Direct from the publisher: Buy from MCHC Press shop

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Mar 30, 2026

Embed this episode

Attribution link and audio player

NOW PLAYING

The Rise and Fall of the Ferry Era with Martin J. Bollinger

0:00 36:44

1×

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

No similar episodes found.

Similar Podcasts

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of PreserveCast?

This episode is 36 minutes long.

When was this PreserveCast episode published?

This episode was published on March 30, 2026.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this PreserveCast episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.

URL copied to clipboard!