What was the land that George Calvert asked Charles I used for?

George Calvert, also known as Lord Baltimore, asked King Charles I for land in North America to establish a colony as a refuge for English Catholics facing persecution. He envisioned a place where religious freedom could thrive and where settlers could cultivate the land and develop a prosperous community. This request ultimately led to the founding of the Maryland colony in 1632, which became known for its tolerance and diversity.