Carlisle in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Thompson's Rifle Battalion

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 25, 2023

1. Thompson's Rifle Battalion Marker

Inscription. The first battalion in the colonies authorized by Congress, June, 1775. Totaling nine companies, it was initially led by Col. William Thompson of Carlisle. Later the organization became the First Pennsylvania Continental Regiment.

Erected 1986 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1775.

Location. 40° 11.89′ N, 77° 11.271′ W. Marker is in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in Cumberland County. Marker is on East South Street east of Cemetery Avenue, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 41 E South St, Carlisle PA 17013, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Graveyard (here, next to this marker); Major General John Armstrong (1717-1795) (within shouting distance of this marker); Brigadier General William Thompson (within shouting distance of this marker); Molly Pitcher (within shouting distance of this marker); Carlisle Old Graveyard Revolutionary War Soldiers (about 300 feet away, measured

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in a direct line); a different marker also named Molly Pitcher (about 500 feet away); Major André (about 600 feet away); Andre & Despard House (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Carlisle.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 25, 2023

2. Thompson's Rifle Battalion Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 27, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 123 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 27, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.