Dedicated in remembrance of
all who served in the
2nd Ferrying Group, Ferrying Division
Air Transport Command,
New Castle Army Base, Delaware.
1942-1946
The group delivered aircraft all over the world and was the first to utilize . . . — — Map (db m142515) HM WM
This memorial is dedicated in reverence to those who were lost on September 11, 2001; who through bravery, compassion and loyalty made the ultimate sacrifice to help their fellow man. It is also dedicated to all those who were left behind to . . . — — Map (db m232920) HM WM
The missing man formation of the
61 st Troop Carrier Squadron
World War II
In memory of those
no longer with us who
flew, maintained, or supported
the C-47 in the U.S. Military Services — — Map (db m168145) WM
Dedicated to the living and deceased members of the 148th who reopened this facility, at the height of the Korean Conflict on Feb. 1, 1951. The unit served at Dover A.F.B. until Oct. 31, 1952 flying F-51D, F-84C and F-94B aircraft. — — Map (db m142516) WM
Affectionately known as the "Warthog," the A-10 Thunderbolt II first flew in 1972 and was introduced to the USAF in 1977. It is the first Air Force aircraft specifically designed for close air support of ground forces. They are a simple, effective . . . — — Map (db m302960) HM
Intended to be built in large numbers to replace the USAAF's three medium bombers (A-20 Havoc, B-52 Mitchell, and B-26 Marauder), Douglas' A-26 Invader served briefly in Europe and the Pacific in the closing months of World War II. Pilots praised . . . — — Map (db m142605) HM
Honoring the service and sacrifices of the Delaware heroes who fought and died to keep America free in the conflicts in the Middle East and Afghanistan. — — Map (db m190731) WM
The AN/GPN-20 is a dual-channel radar system with tower-mounted antenna and remote site operator controls. Its mission is to detect aircraft within 60 nautical miles of the radar site and to process and display information for air traffic . . . — — Map (db m142615) HM
In the 1960's and through the 1980's, life in slow-paced Dover grew busier. New payrolls arrived. Annexation added to both the population and taxable base. Cooperation with Kent County's government advanced.
Relations between Dover . . . — — Map (db m198996) HM
Preservation Amidst Development
The Anne McClements Woods Tract of the Fork Branch Nature Preserve is the largest forest stand within Dover city limits, containing 259.32 acres. The preserve is home to more than 200 acres of mature forest with . . . — — Map (db m273496) HM
Annie Jump Cannon (1863-1941), a prominent astronomer who pioneered stellar classification, observed her first stars from the roof of this house. Cannon, who was legally deaf, graduated valedictorian from Wilmington Conference Academy, now Wesley . . . — — Map (db m243726) HM
This monument is dedicated to remember those men and women missing in action while serving in the Armed Services of the United States of America
Korean War
Clifton E. Brooks PFC U.S. Army
Samuel L. Crawford PFC U.S. Army
Paul . . . — — Map (db m39725) WM
To provide employment and vocational training for youthful citizens of the United States through the performance of useful public work in connection with the conservation and development of the natural resources of the United States and its . . . — — Map (db m4491) HM
Welcome to Pickering Beach Horseshoe Crab Sanctuary
Pickering Beach takes pride in its beautiful location on the Delaware Bay, which is the world's largest spawning ground for horseshoe crabs. Horseshoes crabs are part of the . . . — — Map (db m232938) HM
Battles around New York City and Environs, 1776-1779
1. Long Island, August 27, 1776
2. Throg's Neck, October 12-18, 1776
3. Mamaroneck Raid, October 22, 1776
4. White Plains, October 28, 1776
5. Retreat across New Jersey, . . . — — Map (db m39713) HM
The Delaware Regiment fought in nearly every campaign of the American Revolution.
For a small state, Delaware's soldiers played a large role in the Revolution. Answering Congress' call, Delaware raised a regiment of 500-600 men by the summer of . . . — — Map (db m39712) HM
First seeing combat in Vietnam, the UH-1 Iroquois helicopter, nicknamed the Huey, is one of the most successful rotary-winged aircraft in aviation history, with more than 16,000 being produced.
Throughout the Vietnam War, the Huey was used . . . — — Map (db m198952) HM WM
This facility was converted from a stormwater pond into a bioretention facility in 2009. A bioretention facility, also known as a rain garden, filters polluted stormwater before it enters into a waterway.
When it rains, water washes over . . . — — Map (db m51116) HM
Richard Allen founded and became the first Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church in 1816. Born into slavery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on February 14, 1760, Allen and his family were sold to a family near Dover in 1772. While there, . . . — — Map (db m39093) HM
On November 13, 1922, 210 children and 6 teachers marched from two old school buildings located on Slaughter Street and Division Street to a new school for African-American students in Dover. Funding for the building was provided by the Delaware . . . — — Map (db m39064) HM
Near this site stood the boyhood home of Caesar Rodney, signer of the Declaration of Independence, Brigadier General of the State's militia (1775-1778), and President (Governor) of Delaware (1778-1781). Byfield was originally settled in the early . . . — — Map (db m75835) HM
The C-119 Flying Boxcar is the developmental successor to the C-82 Packet. This aircraft, "352," was the 51st to roll off the assembly line at Fairchild's factory in Hagerstown, Maryland in 1950.
Soon after "352" entered service with the . . . — — Map (db m232924) HM
Twin-boom cargo planes were Fairchild's trademark in the post-1945 era. These heavy-lift transports helped the United States to reach out with its new-found postwar power.
C-119s formed the backbone of the USAF transport in the 1950s. In the . . . — — Map (db m142611) HM
The Lockheed Constellation with its gracefully contoured fuselage is a mixture of beauty, power, and utility.
Constellation or "Connie" began as the 1943 C-69 Constellation prototype. A small number of C-69s were assigned to the Air . . . — — Map (db m142614) HM
One of many innovative aircraft designs to come on the scene just after WWII, the C-123 Provider began life as the XG-20 cargo glider. This all-metal glider was designed with conversion to a powered assault transport in mind. It first flew as the . . . — — Map (db m142609) HM
The Museum's C-124 is the last remaining "A" model, making it the oldest Globemaster II in the world.
The C-124 Globemaster II, nicknamed "Old Shaky," entered service in May 1950. It carried more supplies and equipment, faster . . . — — Map (db m232927) HM
Designed in 1951 for the U.S. Air Force's Tactical Air Command, the C-130 Hercules set a new pattern for military transportation aircraft. Previously types usually had piston engines, tailwheel landing wheel, and side doors. The Hercules uses . . . — — Map (db m142600) HM
The C-131 was based on the Convair 240, 340, and 440 airliners developed to replace surplus WWII transports that were being used as civilian airliners in the early 1950s. The first U.S. Air Force versions were navigator and radio operator . . . — — Map (db m142563) HM
Dedicated to C-133 aircrew members and support personnel of the 1st and 39th Heavy Airlift Squadrons and to the memory of those who are no longer with us — — Map (db m142510) HM
The museum's C-133 was the last of the 50 C-133s to be manufactured
The C-133 was designed around one major missionhauling the first generation intercontinental ballistic missiles. The largest of these was the Atlas missile. . . . — — Map (db m142629) HM
The museum's C-141A was the first one manufactured
The C-141A was the first jet-engine military transport and was introduced to replace the slower propeller-driven C-124 and C-133. It incorporated long-range, high-speed, and . . . — — Map (db m142565) HM
The museum's C-141B was the last C-141 stationed at Dover AFT, Delaware
In 1973 television audiences watched the C-141 bring home POWs released by Hanoi. Others know that C-141s dropped U.S. paratroopers on Panama in 1989. But . . . — — Map (db m142570) HM
The museum's C-45 was the first obtained by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
The C-45 is the military version of the popular Beechcraft Model 18 commercial light transport. Beech built a total of 4,526 of these aircraft . . . — — Map (db m142622) HM
This section of wing was cut from aircraft 69-0004 at Robins AFB, Georgia, as part of a test to check for signs of hidden corrosion by cutting apart a retired C-5A. This confirmed that the C-5 airframe was ready for another 20 years of service. . . . — — Map (db m232937) HM
The Museum's C-54 is the last remaining "M" model skymaster
The Douglas C-54 Skymaster was the military variation of the DC-4 commercial transport. This propeller-driven aircraft was flown by the U.S. Army Air Force in WWII and . . . — — Map (db m142553) HM
The most noticeable and revolutionary design feature of Lockheed's C-5 Galaxy is its immense size. Other large aircraft played important roles in aviation history, but none of those giants could haul anything, anywhere, anytime as well as the . . . — — Map (db m142623) HM
During WWII, the military brought or pressed into service all kinds of transport aircraft. Lockheed Lodestars were smaller and faster than the Douglas DC-3 aircraft that had become the industry standard. The USAAF commandeered over 50 early model . . . — — Map (db m142621) HM
The Canadian DHC-4 Caribou, a dedicated short takeoff and landing (STOL) utility transport, first flew in 1958. The aircraft was designed to combine the STOL performance of the Canadian Otter aircraft with the load-carrying capability of the . . . — — Map (db m142608) HM
The museum's C-9 was the first delivered to the military airlift command in 1968
In the mid-1960s there was a definite need to replace the propeller-driven C-118 and C-131 aircraft that had been used as medical evacuation . . . — — Map (db m142599) HM
Statesman, Soldier and Patriot. Member of Stamp Act Congress and of First and Second Continental Congresses. Signer of Declaration of Independence. Member and Speaker of Colonial Assembly of Three Lower Counties on Delaware. Member of Council of . . . — — Map (db m39067) HM
Calvary Baptist Church-On January 26, 1883, the Delaware Baptist Union was formally incorporated by the state legislature. The purpose of the organization was to spread the message of the denomination and promote the erection and maintenance of . . . — — Map (db m141273) HM
In 1904, the Dover Opera House opened at this location. The theater was built with funds from a public subscription, and included a stage that was used for a variety of purposes including vaudeville, photoplays, magic lantern shows, and in later . . . — — Map (db m39104) HM
In memory of
1734 Charles Inglis 1816
1759 Rector of this parish 1765
1787 Bishop of Nova Scotia 1816
First Colonial Bishop in the British Empire
His wife Mary Vining and their two infant children rest in the churchyard. — — Map (db m42757) HM
Presbyterian minister, later practiced medicine, Member of Colonial Assembly, Member of Council of Safety, 1775. Commanded First Delaware Militia Regiment. This regiment, reviewed in Dover, later joined Washingtons army and fought in Battles of . . . — — Map (db m4716) HM
First to ratify the Constitution of the United States
Delaware
The Compass Rose
Dedicated 7 December, 1988
Authorized by the Delaware Heritage Commission and 134th General Assembly — — Map (db m3571) HM
In Respectful Memory
of Those Delawareans who have recieved
The Congressional
Medal Of Honor
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity
at the risk of life and beyond
the call of duty.
The Medal of Honor is the . . . — — Map (db m61103) HM WM
In 1787 the Golden Fleece Tavern owned by Elizabeth Battell, stood facing Court House Square on a property that included this site and there the Constitution of the United States was ratified by the Delaware state.
"Fully, freely . . . — — Map (db m142494) HM
These two words say a great deal about Dover. It is a modern and growing city entering the 21st century on a foundation of achievement built over more than 300 years of American history.
And a rich history it is. Founded by William Penn in . . . — — Map (db m142501) HM
If ever an individual citizen embodied the warm and friendly spirit of Delaware's Capital City, it was Crawford Carroll. A natural leader, he promoted the city's progress during a period of unprecedented economic and population growth.
In . . . — — Map (db m198995) HM
The DAR marker above was moved from the first DAR garden which was located between the north and south bound lanes of Route 13 north of Dover. It was rededicated by the Colonel Haslet Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, to honor its . . . — — Map (db m198992) HM
In memory of those Delawareans who died during the terrorist attacks on America in September 2001 and in grateful appreciation for the service of many brave persons who responded to terrorists crisis in our nation's time of need. — — Map (db m190740) WM
In early December 1787 the thirty delegates to the Delaware ratifying convention were called upon to make a momentous decision. For five days they considered whether to approve the new, stronger central government proposed at the Constitutional . . . — — Map (db m131993) HM
"We are all Americans, and when the state sets up separate schools for certain people of a separate color, then I and others are made to feel ashamed and embarrassed."
Mother of Ethel Louise Belton
To commemorate and also preserve to posterity the undying fame of the patriotism and valor of the officers and soldiers of the Delaware Line who, in May 1780 were reviewed on this green for the last time immediately prior to marching on their . . . — — Map (db m3684) HM
Governor John Clark first encouraged the archiving of records in 1818, but taking action took time. In 1905, citizens fearing document loss urged lawmakers, who ultimately formed the Division of Public Records. Walter G. Tatnall became the first . . . — — Map (db m271731) HM
On December 9, 1775, the Continental Congress resolved that a body of troops be raised in Delaware "for the defense of American liberty." Commanded by Colonel John Haslet, the Delaware Regiment consisted of more than 500 battle-ready troops when . . . — — Map (db m67456) HM WM
Established May 15, 1891, by an act of the Delaware General Assembly as the State College for Colored Students, by virtue of the 1890 Morrill Land-Grant Act under the provisions of the 1862 Morrill Act of Congress. Incorporated July 1, 1891. . . . — — Map (db m39054) HM
On June 17, 1921, the Board of Trustees of the State College for Colored Students, later known as Delaware State College, approved a resolution recommending the establishment of a high school for Negro students on its campus. This was the second . . . — — Map (db m142491) HM
Susan Yost Ph.D. and Lou Calabrese
Claude E. Phillips Herbarium, Dept. of Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Cooperative Extension, College of Agriculture & Related Sciences
The DSU Arboretum became an accredited arboretum on the Morton . . . — — Map (db m273475) HM
Honoring women throughout our history who have served in defense of our state and our nation.
In Tribute to the women of the first state who have come forward to protect and defend our state and our nation in the military and supporting . . . — — Map (db m194642) WM
Of the eighteen Delawareans who have been awarded the Medal of Honor since it was established by an Act of Congress in 1862, fifteen received the medal for actions during the 19th century twelve from the Civil War, one from the Indian Wars in . . . — — Map (db m198966) HM WM
Delaware Governor Walter W. Bacon speaks at ceremonies after a parade in Wilmington in 1945 honoring Medal of Honor recipient, Army Sergeant James P. Connor. Connor landed in North Africa in November, 1942, with the 9th Division and went on to . . . — — Map (db m194618) HM WM
In March 1920, Governor John G. Townsend called a special session of the Delaware General Assembly to vote on the ratification of the 19th amendment. Suffrage and anti-suffrage groups descended on Dover that spring to try to sway the vote in their . . . — — Map (db m190714) HM
The Georgian Architecture of Poplar Hall, John Dickinson's Delaware home, suited his orderly mind and refined tastes. Built by his parents, Samuel Dickinson and Mary Cadwalader in 1740, enlarged in the 1750s, the house dominated a 5,000 acre . . . — — Map (db m284904) HM
The Old State House
Fact: After the capital was moved from New Castle to Dover in 1777, the State House was built as the first permanent capitol building in 1787 and finished in 1791.
Information: This Georgian . . . — — Map (db m227860) HM
Delaware's first "urban park without boundaries" is a partnership of the historical and cultural sites of Dover.
John Bell House:
Take a walking tour of The Green and step back in time as Historical Interpreters work on 18th . . . — — Map (db m307059) HM
County seat since 1680. William Penn in 1683 ordered Town site laid out and named Dover. Plotted in 1717. Temporary capitol in 1777 and permanent capitol since 1779. Federal Constitution ratified here in 1787, making Delaware first State in Union. . . . — — Map (db m39061) HM
County seat since 1680. William Penn in 1683 ordered Town site laid out and named Dover. Plotted in 1717. Temporary capitol in 1777 and permanent capitol since 1779. Federal Constitution ratified here in 1787, making Delaware first State in Union. . . . — — Map (db m39107) HM
County seat since 1680. William Penn, in 1683, ordered townsite laid out and named Dover. Plotted in 1717. Temporary capital in 1777 and permanent capital since 1779. Federal Constitution ratified here in 1787 making Delaware First State in Union. . . . — — Map (db m51115) HM
Dover Downs began as a dual-purpose racing facility that featured a five-eights' mile dirt horse racing track built within the larger one mile race track of Dover International Speedway. Gov. David P. Buckson, Lt. Gov. John W. Rollins, and Melvin L. . . . — — Map (db m141445) HM
Dover International Speedway-The Speedway hosted its first NASCAR event, the Mason-Dixon 300, on July 6, 1969. Richard Petty won that raced by 6 laps. The highly-banked, one-mile oval track was created, financed, and built by Gov. David P. Buckson, . . . — — Map (db m141439) HM
The Light Infantry Company of Dover, a part of the 1st Battalion of Kent County, mustered in on 2 April 1776. Each militia volunteer was uniformly armed, equipped, and wore a standard military coat of green faced with red lapels, cuffs, and . . . — — Map (db m39576) HM
Delaware State College Highlights:
Accreditation Dr. Holland restructured academic programs to create a stronger academic environment. In 1957, Delaware State College regained accreditation from the Middle States Commission on . . . — — Map (db m273447) HM
For those
who served
1941 - 1945 WWII
Delaware State University
Tuskegee
Airmen
Lt. Luna I. Mishoe, Photographic Intelligence Officer
Lt. Maxwell Honemont, Tuskegee Trained Observation Pilot
Airman Nathan O. Thomas, 99th . . . — — Map (db m273486) HM WM
From 1921 until 1952 this simple brick structure, named for its benefactor, Pierre S. Dupont, served as a laboratory-classroom for students enrolled in the teaching course at the State College for Colored Students (now DSU).
The educational . . . — — Map (db m142492) HM
Originally part of St. Jones Hundred renamed Dover Hundred 1823, the boundaries being Little Creek on north and St. Jones Creek on south, extending from Delaware River to Maryland line. Dover Hundred was divided 1877 into two hundreds, called East . . . — — Map (db m51114) HM
In 1680, a large tract of land called "Brothers Portion" was warranted to John and Richard Walker. In 1695, 200 acres of the parcel were purchased to create the town of Dover. When the town plot was completed in 1718, John Mifflin purchased 69 acres . . . — — Map (db m94380) HM
From 1951 until 1973, Dover AFB had the additional mission of hosting fighters from the Air Defense Command's 98th Fighter Interceptor Squadron (FIS). The squadron flew F-101s from 1959 until 1963 when they moved to New York. The mission of the . . . — — Map (db m142574) HM
The Museum's F-106 is the only surviving Delta Dart that was stationed at Dover AFB, Delaware
When it was introduced in the late 1950s, the Convair F-106 was one of the fastest fighters in the world. An extensive redesign of the . . . — — Map (db m142568) HM
The First State Heritage Park of Dover is Delawares first urban park without boundaries. It includes the many historical and cultural attractions within Dovers historical districts. Linking the diverse sites throughout Delawares capital . . . — — Map (db m3557) HM
The First State Heritage Park of Dover is Delawares first urban park without boundaries. It includes the many historical and cultural attractions within Dovers historical districts. Linking the diverse sites throughout Delawares capital city, . . . — — Map (db m3560) HM
The St. Jones River abounds with finfish that depend on an estuarine environment. A scientific "profile" of the lower St. Jones River estuary was conducted by the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve in 1994-1995, identifying 26 different . . . — — Map (db m299328) HM
Pre-History
The Fork Branch Nature Preserve with its freshwater marshes and well-drained uplands was an important area to native peoples. They came here seasonally for many thousands of years for the wide range of natural food resources.
A . . . — — Map (db m273497) HM
History
In its more recent history, the preserve had become a crossroads for milling and transportation. The first Europeans settled in this area in the late 17th century. At that time, John Albertson and John Mumford acquired the 877-acre . . . — — Map (db m273498) HM
In 1947 the International Latex Corporation established a specialty products division and chose this site for its location. The companys rise to prominence as a supplier of aeronautic and aerospace equipment began in 1952 when it was contracted to . . . — — Map (db m39062) HM
In honor of all Gold Star Mothers and Families from all conflicts
"I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride . . . — — Map (db m198917) WM
This was the site of the Golden Fleece Tavern, scene of some of the most important and dramatic events in Delaware history. Built in the 1730s, the Golden Fleece was a center for community and government activities. It was a place of great . . . — — Map (db m39075) HM
William Penn established the town of Dover in 1683. As surveyed in 1717, the town featured three public squares including The Green. Surrounded by government buildings, shops, homes, and taverns, The Green became the heart of Dover. During the . . . — — Map (db m131997) HM
The land on which Hall House stands was originally part of the Woodburn property. In 1885, Thomas Wilson, Jr. purchased an acre from his uncle living in Woodburn and built this house, which was completed in 1887. In 1983, during the . . . — — Map (db m198999) HM
The land on which Hall House stands was originally part of the Woodburn property. In 1885, Thomas Wilson, Jr. purchased an acre from his uncle living in Woodburn and built this house, which was completed in 1887. In 1983, during the . . . — — Map (db m43736) HM
Constructed in 1944, Hangar 1301 served as the headquarters and engineering facility for the 4146th Base Unit from 1944 to 1946. Highly secret testing and development work was done here on air-launched rocket weapons. Aircraft used in testing . . . — — Map (db m50623) HM
"The Penman of the Revolution." Member of Delaware colonial and state assemblies. Member of Continental Congress, Annapolis Convention, and Philadelphia Federal Constitutional Convention. Signer for Delaware of Articles of Confederation and Federal . . . — — Map (db m39583) HM
On this site, Delaware became the first state to ratify the Constitution of the United States. December 7, 1787. We, the deputies of the people of the Delaware state, in Convention met, having taken in our serious consideration the Federal . . . — — Map (db m39074) HM
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