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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Armstrong County

 
Clickable Map of Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Armstrong County, PA (23) Allegheny County, PA (696) Butler County, PA (75) Clarion County, PA (29) Indiana County, PA (36) Jefferson County, PA (73) Westmoreland County, PA (172)  ArmstrongCounty(23) Armstrong County (23)  AlleghenyCounty(696) Allegheny County (696)  ButlerCounty(75) Butler County (75)  ClarionCounty(29) Clarion County (29)  IndianaCounty(36) Indiana County (36)  JeffersonCounty(73) Jefferson County (73)  WestmorelandCounty(172) Westmoreland County (172)
Kittanning is the county seat for Armstrong County
Adjacent to Armstrong County, Pennsylvania
      Allegheny County (696)  
      Butler County (75)  
      Clarion County (29)  
      Indiana County (36)  
      Jefferson County (73)  
      Westmoreland County (172)  
 
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1 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Apollo — Nellie Bly(1864-1922)
On Terrace Avenue just north of North Fifth Street, on the right when traveling north.
A crusading journalist on Pittsburgh and New York newspapers, she won fame for her daring exploits and her investigations of social ills. In 1889-90, Bly circled the globe in 72 days. She was born Elizabeth Cochran and lived here as a child.Map (db m40557) HM
2 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Brady's Bend — Brady's Bend Works
On Pennsylvania Route 68, 0 miles west of Queenstown Road, on the right when traveling east.
Located near this point, 1839-73. Organized as the Great Western and later known as the Brady's Bend Iron Company. One of that era's largest iron works, and first to make iron rails west of the Alleghenies.Map (db m47561) HM
3 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Brick Church — Cochran Mills Bridge
On Garretts Run Rd. (Pennsylvania Route SR 2025) 2 miles south of Brick Church Rd. (Pennsylvania Route 2005), on the right when traveling south.
In 1800, not too far from here along Cherry Run, George Painter built the first gristmill in Burrell Township. By 1804 he had relocated the mill to this site on Crooked Creek and added a sawmill. The mills changed hands several times and by 1822 a . . . Map (db m74142) HM
4 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Cowansville — St. Patrick's Church
On East Brady Road (Pennsylvania Route 268) at Pennsylvania Route 4007, on the right when traveling east on East Brady Road.
A restored log church a few miles from here is a fine example of a pioneer place of worship. It memorializes the first Roman Catholic congregation in this region.Map (db m47571) HM
5 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Ford City — In Honor of Nellie BlyElizabeth Cochrane Seaman
Near Route 2025, 0.3 miles west of Cochrans Mills.
May 5, 1867 - Jan. 27, 1922 Journalist and Humanitarian In 1889 she traveled around the world in 72 days, 6 hours and 11 minutes, establishing a world record. Elected to Penna. Newspaper Hall of Fame in 1972. Born at Cochrans Mills . . . Map (db m79284) HM
6 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Ford City — In Memory of Lieutenant Michael Schall, Sr.1739-1830
Near Pennsylvania Route 2025, 0.3 miles west of Cochrans Mills, on the right when traveling east.
Revolutionary Soldier Listed in 1780 as Sergeant in Captain John Santee's Company of the Second Battalion and in 1783 as Lieutenant upon a list of officers of the Sixth Battalion of the Northampton Co. Militia PennsylvaniaMap (db m79285) HM WM
7 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Ford City — Pittsburgh Plate Glass Ford City Works
On Third Avenue near 9th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Among the largest and most productive plate glass factories in the world; opened 1887. At its peak, the plant employed more than 3,500 ethnically diverse workers, who passed through a specially-built tunnel under busy train tracks. Operations ended . . . Map (db m47567) HM
8 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Freeport — FreeportFrom Wilderness to Town
Near Riverside Drive at 5th Street.
Prior to settlement, a native american presence evident in this vicinity. What is now Freeport and west of the Allegheny River, did not belong to Pennsylvania until the purchase of 1784. The "Depreciation Lands", surveyed out of this purchase were . . . Map (db m114803) HM
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9 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Freeport — Freeport Veterans Memorial
On Riverside Drive at 5th Street, on the right when traveling east on Riverside Drive.
In Honor of Veterans from Freeport Area who served their country in war and peaceMap (db m114806) WM
10 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Armstrong County
Near Market Street.
Formed March 12, 1800 out of Westmoreland, Allegheny, and Lycoming counties. Named for General John Armstrong, who had destroyed the Indian Village at Kittanning, 1756. Here, the county seat was laid out, 1803, and the "Daugherty Visible" . . . Map (db m47558) HM
11 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Armstrong County Civil War Memorial
On North Water Street at Market Street (Business U.S. 422), on the left when traveling north on North Water Street.
In memory of Armstrong County Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865Map (db m89688) WM
12 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Blanket Hill
On Benjamin Franklin Highway (U.S. 422) 0.3 miles east of Simpson Church Road, on the right when traveling west.
So named for the blankets left by the Armstrong expedition after destroying Kittanning. Here also was a stopping point of the troops on September 7, 1756 en route to attack the Indians.Map (db m47559) HM
13 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Blanket Hill
On Benjamin Franklin Highway (U.S. 422) 0.3 miles east of Simpson Church Road, on the right when traveling west.
Here Colonel John Armstrong with about 800 Frontiersmen from Cumberland County stopped September 7, 1756, while on his way to attack the Indian town of Kittanning. He left 18 of his men, commanded by Lieutanant James Hogg to watch a band of Indians . . . Map (db m47560) HM
14 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — In Memory of General John Armstrong
Near Market Street.
In memory of General John Armstrong, a Scottish Covenanter and a soldier of the American Revolution. Lieutenant Colonel, 2d. Battalion Provincial troops 1756. Brigadier General Continental Army 1776. Major General Pennsylvania Militia 1778 to close . . . Map (db m47562) HM
15 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Kittanning
On South Water Street (U.S. 422) 0.1 miles south of Willow Street, on the right when traveling west.
The most notable Delaware Indian village west of the Alleghenies, was situated here from about 1730 until destroyed by Armstrong's expedition in 1756. Its name means "great river", applying to the Ohio-Allegheny.Map (db m47564) HM
16 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Kittanning
On Benjamin Franklin Highway (U.S. 422) at Allegheny Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Benjamin Franklin Highway.
The most notable Delaware Indian village west of the Alleghenies, was situated here from about 1730 until destroyed by Armstrong's expedition in 1756. Its name means "great river", applying to the Ohio-Allegheny.Map (db m47565) HM
17 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Kittanning or Attiqué Indian Town
On Market Street (U.S. 422) at Water Street, on the right when traveling west on Market Street.
Kittanning or Attiqué Indian Town was located on this river flat. The chief settlement as early as 1727, of the Lenni-Lenape or Delaware Indians in their early westward movement from the Susquehanna River, became the most important Indian center . . . Map (db m49191) HM
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18 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Kittanning — Kittanning WW I MemorialTwo Adjacent Monuments
On Water St, on the left when traveling north. Reported damaged.
In memory of World War I Veterans Erected in honor of those of Armstrong County who served their country in the World War 1917- 1918 Erected by W. C. T. U. 1932Map (db m89689) WM
19 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Leechburg — D. Leech & Company / Western Transportation Company
On River Avenue at River Avenue, on the right when traveling east on River Avenue.
Operating at the Pa. Mainline Canal from 1829 to 1853, it was an integrated freight and passenger service using canalboats, wagons, railroads, and steamships. It was one of the most extensive and successful freight forwarding companies in Pa., . . . Map (db m146984) HM
20 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Leechburg — Pennsylvania Canal(Western Division)
On Market Street (Pennsylvania Route 66), on the right when traveling north.
A state-owned canal system, built 1826-34, to connect Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Erie. This 104-mile division ran from Johnstown to Pittsburgh and was part of the canal’s mainline. In 1827, Dam #1 was constructed at Leechburg, and it supplied the . . . Map (db m114801) HM
21 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Leechburg — The Siberian Iron Works
Established by William Rogers and T.J. Burchfield in 1872, the company was one of the first in the nation to produce black plate and tin plate. The Works entered a market dominated by imports from England and Wales and attracted skilled labor from . . . Map (db m186349) HM
22 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Manorville — Fort Armstrong
On Water Street at McClarren Street, on the right when traveling south on Water Street.
Located on the nearby river bank, this outpost was built in June, 1779, and abandoned that autumn. It served the Brodhead expedition against the Senecas and was named for Maj. Gen. John Armstrong.Map (db m100664) HM
23 Pennsylvania, Armstrong County, Parker — Parker, Pennsylvania
On North River Avenue (Pennsylvania Route 268) 0.1 miles south of Bluff Road, on the right when traveling south.
Parker is the only city in Armstrong County and is located in its extreme northwestern portion. The city was named for Judge John Parker, lead surveyor of Lawrenceburg and founder/owner of Parker's Landing-the two villages combined to create Parker. . . . Map (db m177577) HM
24 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 11 — "The Claude News"
On Trice Street, on the left when traveling north.
Established as the "Argus," Jan. 1, 1890, in the new railroad town of Claude. Later it merged with "Goodnight News" to become "Claude News." First publisher, W. S. Decker, sold paper to B. F. Hines, who sold to J. H. Hamner, in 1892. His daughter . . . Map (db m100448) HM
25 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 202 — Armstrong County
On First Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on First Street.
Created 1876. Name honors several Texas pioneers named Armstrong. Ranching became the chief industry when huge JA Ranch was established here in 1876. Farming was introduced after the railroad came through, 1887. County was organized in 1890. . . . Map (db m96833) HM
26 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 203 — Armstrong County Jail
On West 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Parks Street, on the right when traveling west on West 1st Street.
Erected in 1953, this building is constructed of stone used to build the first masonry jail in Armstrong County, 1894. Stone for the structure (which replaced a primitive, frame "calaboose") was quarried 14 miles south at Dripping Springs in Palo . . . Map (db m96830) HM
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27 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 478 — Boy Scout Troop No. 17
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
One of the oldest Scout troops west of the Mississippi River, this group was organized in May 1912 by pioneer physician Dr. W. A. Warner (1864-1934). The first troop of about 30 boys met in a room above Dr. Warner's drugstore and office. Because of . . . Map (db m96837) HM
28 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 817 — Charles H. RoanMarine Private First Class — (Aug. 16, 1923 - Sept. 18, 1944) —
Near County Route 14, 1 mile north of U.S. 287, on the right when traveling north.
Winner, Congressional Medal of Honor for heroism during the Allied Forces’ invasion of Peleliu in the western Pacific in World War II. On July 21, 1945, he was decorated posthumously by presentation of his medal to his mother, Armstrong County . . . Map (db m62834) HM
29 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 818 — Charles Howard Roan(August 16, 1923 — September 18, 1944)
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Claude native Charles H. Roan volunteered for World War II service in the U.S. Marine Corps in December 1942. On active duty in the Pacific, he was killed in battle on Peleliu Island when he threw himself on a Japanese grenade, thereby saving the . . . Map (db m96839) HM
30 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 906 — Claude Cemetery(Established 1890)
Near County Route 14, 0.8 miles north of U.S. 287, on the right when traveling north.
Dan Cavanagh settled here in 1885 and bought this land in 1888. In 1890 he gave a grave site for railroad worker Neal DeBerry. Settler C.C. Bates was buried in 1890, and early burials from the Fort Worth & Denver Railroad right-of-way were later . . . Map (db m100495) HM
31 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 908 — Claude Monroe Ayers(1854-1915)
On County Road 14, on the right when traveling north.
Locomotive engineer piloting the first Fort Worth & Denver passenger train to reach here, 1887. Town was given his name. Recorded - 1971Map (db m151614) HM
32 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 1284 — Dr. and Mrs. Wm. A. Warner
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Two of the most admired and beloved pioneer citizens of Armstrong County, Dr. Warner (1864-1934) was a country physician and his wife Phebe (Kerrick) (1866-1935) was an ardent humanitarian. Natives of Illinois, they were married in Claude in . . . Map (db m96834) HM
33 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 1295 — Dugout of W. M. Dye
On Farm to Market Road 2272, 2.3 miles east of Texas Highway 207, on the left when traveling east.
William Miles Dye was born in Kentucky in 1864 and moved to Texas with his parents in 1870. He settled in this area in 1891, one year after the organization of Armstrong County. By hauling rock from Palo Duro Canyon, Dye helped in the construction . . . Map (db m100511) HM
34 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 1354 — Early Sheriffsof Armstrong County, 1890-1926
On West 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Parks Street, on the right when traveling west on West 1st Street.
Inheriting peacekeeping duty from 1874-90 ranchers, the early sheriffs of Armstrong County (organized 1890) won great public regard. With their families, these men lived in jail quarters and fed the prisoners. There was no salary; fees were earned . . . Map (db m96831) HM
35 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 1622 — First Baptist Church of Claude
On Parks Street, on the right when traveling south.
Organized on May 18, 1890, by 19 charter members, with the Rev. B. E. Hure as moderator. The Rev. Count C. Storts was the first resident pastor. The congregation worshipped in the Presbyterian church building until 1899, when a frame sanctuary was . . . Map (db m100492) HM
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36 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 4284 — Hamblen Drive
Near Hamblen Drive (State Highway 207) 23.5 miles south of Claude, TX.
Named for William H. Hamblen (1878 - 1952), who in 1890s pioneered a crude road (about 6 mi. N) into Palo Duro Canyon along old Indian trails. This cut 120 miles off settlers' trips to the courthouse in Claude, but was steep and dangerous. Hamblen . . . Map (db m23982) HM
37 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 5816 — Park Named for William A. Carroll, M.D.(April 13, 1875-April 22, 1960)
On Trice Street south of 5th Street, on the left when traveling south.
Born in Chester County, Tenn., son of Joseph Cyrus and Emily Kirk Carroll. Married Claudia Haltom, 1900. Graduated 1901 from University of Tennessee. Moved to Claude, 1914. In career of 54 years, delivered over 2500 babies. A staunch Democrat; a . . . Map (db m100494) HM
38 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 4366 — Route of Coronado Expedition
On 1st Street (Highway 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Led by Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, this trail-blazing expedition set out from Mexico City in 1541 in search of Cibola, fabled 7 Cities of Gold. Finding only Indian pueblos, Coronado changed his course for Quivira, a supposedly wealthy Indian . . . Map (db m96835) HM
39 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 2263 — The Great Panhandle Indian Scare of 1891
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Although most Indians had left the Texas Panhandle by the 1880s, fear of Indian attacks was still prevalent among settlers who arrived in the next decade. On Jan. 29, 1891, rumors of approaching Indians spread throughout the entire region. For three . . . Map (db m96838) HM
40 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 4401 — The S.P. Hamblen Family
On Hamblen Drive (State Highway 207) 18.4 miles south of U.S. 287, on the right when traveling south.
Pioneered at this site, in dugout to the west. S.P. Hamblen (1846-1930) and wife Virginia (1861-1950) settled in Lakeview area (9 mi. S of Claude) in 1889. Hamblen helped establish Lakeview School, 1890. He engaged in farming and stockraising, and . . . Map (db m23990) HM
41 Texas, Armstrong County, Claude — 5524 — Town of Claude
On 1st Street (U.S. 287) at Trice Street, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
Founded when Fort Worth & Denver Railroad built into area (1887). Claude Ayers, engineer on first passenger train through here, suggested town be named for him — and citizens agreed. Jerry Cavanaugh, first resident, gave land for town. . . . Map (db m96836) HM
42 Texas, Armstrong County, Goodnight — 813 — Charles Goodnight(1836 - 1929)
On U.S. 287 at County Road 25, on the right when traveling east on U.S. 287.
Texas Ranger, Indian fighter. At age 19, on way to California gold fields, saw ranching possibilities. Settled and started ranch in Palo Pinto county, 230 miles southeast of here. In Civil War, scout, guide and hunter for frontier regiment, . . . Map (db m49323) HM
43 Texas, Armstrong County, Goodnight — 55 — Quanah Parker TrailTexas Plains Trail Region
Near County Route 25, 0.2 miles south of U.S. 287.
The legacy of Quanah Parker and Charles Goodnight is that former enemies can become good friends Arrow Sculptor: Charles A. Smith Map (db m151421) HM
44 Texas, Armstrong County, Goodnight — 4850 — Site of Old Goodnight Ranch
Near County Road 25, 0.2 miles south of U.S. 287, on the right when traveling south.
First ranch in the Texas panhandle Established in 1876 by Charles Goodnight 1836- 1929 Noted scout, Indian fighter, trail blazer and rancher The Burbank of the rangeMap (db m49328) HM
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45 Texas, Armstrong County, Goodnight — 5528 — Town of Goodnight
On Farm to Market Road 294, 0.2 miles north of U.S. 287, on the left when traveling north.
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46 Texas, Armstrong County, Washburn — 5539 — Town of Washburn
On U.S. 287 Frontage Road at Holhouser Street, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 287.
Planned by R. E. Montgomery, son-in-law of Fort Worth & Denver City Railway Builder-President Gen. G. M. Dodge. Named for family friend. Promoted 1887, Washburn for a time was F.W. & D.C. Line's terminus. It had first newspaper on Plains— . . . Map (db m96646) HM
47 Texas, Armstrong County, Wayside — 69 — Quanah Parker TrailTexas Plains Trail Region
On Wayside, 0.1 miles east of Farm to Market Road 285.
1874 the Comanche, Kiowa & Cheyenne fought Col Mackenzie & 4th Cavalry Palo Duro Canyon 6 mi NW of Wayside Arrow sculptor: Charles A. SmithMap (db m154185) HM
48 Texas, Armstrong County, Wayside — 17440 — The Battle of Red River
Near State Highway 207, 2.5 miles north of Farm to Market Road 285. Reported missing.
In the opening battle of the U.S. Army's 1874 Indian campaign against the Southern Plains Indian Tribes, a force of 744 soldiers under Col. Nerlson A. Miles fought a 5-hour running battle with the Cheyenne, Comanche and Kiowa 10 mi. E. of this . . . Map (db m100514) HM
 
 
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