This aerial panoramic features the historic downtown area of Annapolis as seen from over Chesapeake Bay. To the right of downtown is the US Naval Academy. Built in 1845 - the US Naval Academy fronts on the Severn River and the Chesapeake Bay. Centered downtown is the Maryland State Capitol. Founded in 1645 - Annapolis once served as the Capital of the United States. Architecturally - Annapolis boasts some of the finest 17th and 18th Century buildings in the country - including the residences of all four Maryland signers of the Declaration of Independence.Print size is 13 1/2 x 40.