Bedford in Bedford County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
George Washington
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 29, 2008
1. George Washington Marker
This tablet marks the building used by President George Washington as his headquarters October 19 and 20, 1794, when he was in Bedford, in charge of the United States Army, which was enroute to quell the Whiskey Insurrection in western Pennsylvania.
Erected 1926 by Bedford Chapter D.A.R.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington, and the Whiskey Rebellion series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1794.
Location. 40° 1.147′ N, 78° 30.176′ W. Marker is in Bedford, Pennsylvania, in Bedford County. Marker is on Pitt Street (Business U.S. 30), on the right when traveling west. Marker is about 200 feet west of Richard Street (Pennsylvania Route 220). Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 123 East Pitt Street, Bedford PA 15522, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Espy House (here, next to this marker); "King's House" (within shouting distance of this marker); This Tablet Marks The Site of Fort Bedford (within shouting distance of this
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Regarding George Washington. Espy House has been designated a National Historic Landmark 1983
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 29, 2008
2. Espy House and Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on January 5, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 3, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 1,359 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 1, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
