Historical Markers and War Memorials in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania
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Shippensburg is in Cumberland County
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Agricultural Industry: Agriculture has been an
economic mainstay in the Cumberland Valley since
the late 1700s due to high quality soil, agreeable
weather patterns, dedicated and hard working
farming families, and consumers who appreciate . . . — — Map (db m242593) HM
Confederate Invasion: Union forces stopped the Confederate invasion of Maryland at the Battle of Antietam on September 17, 1862, still the bloodiest day in American history. With the initial news of the Confederate Army's movement, Pennsylvania . . . — — Map (db m242601) HM
Agricultural Conservation Easement (ACE) Purchase Program: Thanks to the ACE program, Pennsylvania has become a leader in the nation when it comes to the number of
farmland acres that have been permanently preserved for agricultural production. . . . — — Map (db m242592) HM
In 1755 supplies for Braddock’s army were stored here in Edward Shippen’s strong stone house “at the back Run.” James Burd, the son-in-law of Shippen, opened a road to carry these supplies to the west. After Braddock’s defeat the remaining supplies . . . — — Map (db m1018) HM
Named for Gov. R.H. Morris, and built by local settlers under the supervision of James Burd after Braddock’s defeat in July, 1755. Later garrisoned by provincial troops commanded by Hugh Mercer. The fort site, long marked by the soldiers’ well, lies . . . — — Map (db m18627) HM
Charter Member & First President of
The Shippensburg Garden Club
"To plant is to love others
besides oneself"
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Historic Preservation . . . — — Map (db m119997) HM
Samuel D. Sturgis, born in Shippensburg in 1822, was the son of hat-shop operator "Squire" James Sturgis who later constructed this elegant Greek Revival dwelling. After graduating from West Point in 1846, Samuel Sturgis served under General . . . — — Map (db m120023) HM
The Cumberland Valley Railroad operated between Harrisburg and Virginia beginning in the 1830s, and during the Civil War it permitted the Union to move troops and supplies rapidly up and down the valley. The railroad's tracks ran down the center . . . — — Map (db m120054) HM
Burial ground for slaves and free blacks since the early 19th century and site of Shippensburg's first African American church, established 1830s. Edward Shippen Burd granted the land to Shippensburg’s African American community in 1842. It was the . . . — — Map (db m82786) HM
The first major military engagement in Cumberland County during the Civil War took place in Shippensburg in the week leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg. As the action moved close to Shippensburg many in the town climbed onto their rooftops to . . . — — Map (db m202168) HM
“Widow Piper’s Tavern,” used for Cumberland County court-sessions, 1750-1751, until a court house was erected at Carlisle, the county seat. The house is now the home of the Shippensburg Civil Club. — — Map (db m18628) HM
Constructed under the direction of Colonel James Burd. One of a chain of forts erected on the Pennsylvania frontier following Edward Braddock's defeat of July 1755. Serving as a garrison and a refuge for area settlers during the French and Indian . . . — — Map (db m152338) HM
The Mount Jackson or Potato Point School, originally built in 1865, is an authentically reconstructed one-room schoolhouse. It was relocated here in 1969 by alumni and friends of Shippensburg State College to preserve part of America's educational . . . — — Map (db m18530) HM
Railroad signals are an essential part of a complex transportation network that allow for multiple trains to operate safely and efficiently on shared tracks. Signals date back to the birth of the industry itself and some basic design elements . . . — — Map (db m242186) HM
After the Confederate army took possession of Shippensburg on the afternoon of June 24, 1863, General Albert G. Jenkins established his headquarters here on the corner now occupied by the former First National Bank building. General Jenkins then . . . — — Map (db m120063) HM
Grain Merchant
Railroad Magnate, Philanthropist
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Shippensburg, PA
Founded 1730
Second Oldest Town West of the
Susquehanna . . . — — Map (db m120018) HM
Settled about 1733
Laid out by and named for Edward Shippen
•1703-1781•
Merchant
Mayor of Philadelphia
Later a resident of Lancaster
Paymaster in the Forbes Expedition
A founder and trustee of Princeton University
Grandson of Edward . . . — — Map (db m92623) HM
The First
Court House
of
Cumberland
County
1735 - 1928
Home of the
Civic Club
[Additional plaque below:]
The property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the . . . — — Map (db m152337) HM
On August 28, 1861, Shippensburg resident Jacob Agle volunteered for service with Company H, 9th Pennsylvania Cavalry, leaving behind his wife and three sons: Edward, age 7; Samuel, age 5; and Abner age 4. On September 13, 1863, Private Agle was . . . — — Map (db m119988) HM
Erected by the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania
in grateful appreciation of
the services of
these soldiers of the
Revolutionary War
who lie buried here
Anthony Lipsey • Samuel Mitchell • Robert Scott • John Simpson • John Means • . . . — — Map (db m152341) HM
This tablet is placed as a memorial to Edward Shippen founder of Shippensburg, Benjamin Franklin, Robert H. Morris, and James Burd, names forever associated with this Burrough, all of whom were members of this Apostolic communion.
By such . . . — — Map (db m152340) HM
Erected in November 1755 by Col. James Burd and used as one of the chain of forts to protect the frontiers during the period of Indian hostility following the defeat of General Edward Braddock. — — Map (db m1019) HM
On this site in 1863 stood the crown jewel of Shippensburg's business district, the grand three-story Union Hotel that catered to the needs of both local businessmen and travelers. As the Rebel army advanced towards Shippensburg, the hotel's . . . — — Map (db m120026) HM
Pri. Battery G. 7 Regt.
Coast Artly Cor.
Died in France Jan. 10, 1918
in his 22nd year.
A Memorial by the Citizens
to the First Soldier of
Shippensburg to give his life
for worlds peace — — Map (db m120171) HM WM
This Baltimore and Ohio Railroad coal hopper is a model W-2A and is the only known survivor of a car that once dominated North America. The car was salvaged from a train wreck that occurred in the 1950s near Sykesville, PA.
Moving Coal . . . — — Map (db m242188) HM
This class X67 boxcar was built in April 1970 by the Penn Central Transportation Company to haul automobile parts. It was transferred to the new Consolidated Rail Corporation (Conrail) in 1976 and continued service with CSX until 2020. . . . — — Map (db m242187) HM
Shippensburg University, founded as the Cumberland Valley State Normal School in 1871, was built along the Cumberland Valley line and relied on the railroad for a broad range of services from bringing coal, mail, and food to delivering faculty . . . — — Map (db m242189) HM
The expansion of railroads throughout the nineteenth provided new opportunities for economic growth in the Cumberland Valley. Here in Shippensburg, industrial firms chose locations along the tracks in order to receive raw materials and transport . . . — — Map (db m242190) HM
The Cumberland Valley Rail Trail is a recreational facility operated by the non-profit Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council, Inc. (CVRTC).
Trail enthusiasts can enjoy walking, jogging, bicycling, horseback riding and other . . . — — Map (db m242184) HM
Origins of the soil: The Cumberland Valley consists primarily of limestone that was formed 500 million years ago when the land you are standing on was submerged beneath a shallow, warm ocean. The collision of the African and North American . . . — — Map (db m242387) HM
A call for arms: Near the end of the bloodiest day in American military history at the Battle of Antietam (Sept. 17, 1862), the Union Army Commander, General George B. McClellan, sent a telegraphic request to Army Headquarters in Washington, . . . — — Map (db m242393) HM
Memorial Trees
dedicated to
Lt. James F. Bearer, USMC
Class of 1951
Charter Member of Veterans Club
Gave his life in line of duty
26 April 1957, Iwakuna, Japan — — Map (db m120068) HM WM
This model 857B boxcar was built in 1956 by the New York Central Railroad (NYC) to haul automobiles. It was painted and reconditioned in 1975 by the Penn Central Transportation Company (PC).
Industrial Heritage:
In 1978, this . . . — — Map (db m242185) HM
Founded 1730 by Edward Shippen. Second oldest town in the state west of the Susquehanna River. Important community on colonial frontier. Temporary seat of Cumberland Co., whose first courts were held here in 1750-51. — — Map (db m84019) HM
Workhorse for the Union: The Cumberland Valley Railroad (CVRR) transported Union supplies and soldiers to and from battlefields south of Pennsylvania throughout the Civil War. However, while residents of the valley saw a great deal of railroad . . . — — Map (db m242590) HM
At Shippensburg, the Raystown Path forked; one branch led directly west over three steep mts. to Burnt Cabins; the other, taken by General Forbes to avoid heavy grades, went south around Parnells Knob to Fort Loudon, crossing the Tuscarora Mountain . . . — — Map (db m166745) HM
Founded 1738 by pioneer Scotch-Irish Presbyterians. Until 1781, the church was at the old cemetery which is about one-tenth mile NW from here. Present church built, 1847; parsonage built, 1855. — — Map (db m122377) HM
In commemoration of
the sacrifice and service
of the men of Middle Spring
Patriots-Pioneers
Builders
Site of First Log Church
1738 — — Map (db m18529) HM
East Face:Our Fallen Patriots
The Price of Liberty
1st Lieut. Andrew A.
Pomeroy
Co. I, 198th Reg. P.V.
Killed March 30, 1865
Corp. David W. McKinney
Co. F, 13th Reg. Pa. Cav.
Died
May 7, 1863
J. Anderson Kelso
Co. . . . — — Map (db m18646) WM
The benefits of farmers' markets: Pennsylvania has over 1,000 roadside farm and community farmers' markets.
These markets provide local residents and tourists with a convenient way to purchase top-quality produce. Fruits and vegetables can be . . . — — Map (db m242394) HM
Founded 1730 by Edward Shippen. Second oldest town in the state west of the Susquehanna River. Important community on colonial frontier. Temporary seat of Cumberland Co., whose first courts were held here in 1750-51. — — Map (db m84018) HM
This park was created in large part through
the dedicated efforts and generous contributions of
Arthur R. Burkhart
Robert M. Currens
Harold S. Garling, Treasurer
Carl A. Naugle, Chairman
Paul B. Noftsker, Secretary
Original . . . — — Map (db m96178) HM
These tablets are dedicated to and bear the names of the servicemen and women from Shippensburg and R.D.'s and nearby villages who served honorably in the American Armed Forces during the Vietnam War:
July 1, 1958 -- May 7, 1975.
This was a . . . — — Map (db m96085) HM
Died in Service
Mark L. Bauserman • Paul H. Beidel • George W. Bert • Roy C. Buhrman • John L. Burkholder • Wilbur C. Burkholder • Wayne L. Clendening • William J. Dowd • Hugh Eckenrode • Robert M. Etter • John M. Fogelsanger • John H. . . . — — Map (db m96182) WM