Cambridge is located on the Chesapeake Peninsula on Maryland's eastern shore. With metropolitan areas Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Annapolis, Philadelphia, Norfolk and Richmond close by, Cambridge is a prime location for culture and business. The city's history dates back to 1684, when it was an English colony, and later Harriet Tubman and sharpshooter Annie Oakley lived here. This rich history mixed with downtown dining and shopping options helped the Boston Globe name Cambridge a great spot for a winter retreat.