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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TV_columbia_Columbia-PA.html
Originally Wright's Ferry, founded by John Wright in 1726. An early center for turnpike, canal, and railroad activity, at an important Susquehanna River crossing. First bridge built in 1812.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TU_1861-1865_Wrightsville-PA.html
These guns presented by U.S. Government mark Wrightsville as the farthest point east reached by the confederate forces June 28, 1863 during the Civil War.Dedicated by Post No. 270 G.A.R. July 4, 1900Replaced by Wrightsville Rotary Club 1954
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TT_flame-of-freedom_Wrightsville-PA.html
Dedicated to those who served to keep alive the flames of freedom.Erected in observance of the 50th anniversary of the American Legion by Post 469 Wrightsville, Penna. on May 30, 1969.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TS_u-s-s-maine-memorial_Wrightsville-PA.html
In MemoriamU.S.S. MaineDestroyed in Havana HarborFebruary 15, 1898
This tablet is cast from metal recovered from the U.S.S. Maine
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TQ_susquehanna-river-water-trail_Wrightsville-PA.html
Lower Section - York Haven to Safe HarborPFBC Wrightsville AccessThe Susquehanna River is an American treasure reflecting the places and people of the Pennsylvania heartland. Enjoy your trip on the Susquehanna River Water Trail - an integral part …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TP_the-susquehanna-and-tidewater-canal_Wrightsville-PA.html
Before the hydroelectric companies built dams on the river in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the lower reaches of the Susquehanna were shallow, rocky, and virtually unnavigable.In the 1830s, Baltimore merchants campaigned for f…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TM_springetsbury-manor_Wrightsville-PA.html
Established by warrant of June, 1722; resurveyed in 1768. Extending from the Susquehanna to about 18 mi. west, and about 3 mi. on each side of this highway, it was largest reserved estate of the Penns in Pennsylvania.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TH_braddock-road-rock-fort-camp_Hopwood-PA.html
General Braddock's tenth camp, June 26, 1755, on the march to Fort Duquesne, was at the Half King's Rock, one mile NE of here. The Rock was named for Washington's friend Tanacharisson, the Iroquois viceroy (half king) of the Ohio Indians. Washingt…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TG_susquehanna-and-tidewater-canal_Wrightsville-PA.html
Chartered by Pennsylvania, 1835; run by the canal company, 1840 - 1872, and the Reading Railroad till 1894. Followed the river for 45 miles below Columbia.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2TF_american-legion-monument_Wrightsville-PA.html
(Side 1):Greater love hath no man than this: That he lay down his life for a friend.(Side 2):Honoring the men and women of this community who served our country in all wars.(Side 3):To those who served our country in time of war for the freedom of…