Named for a tavern once standing nearby. Scene of Revolutionary War clash during British occupation of Philadelphia. Militia of Gen. John Lacey, assigned to cut off British supplies, encamped here on May 1, 1778, when, surprised by British troops, . . . — — Map (db m84890) HM
Gen. John Lacey, commanded the American patriots who were here engaged in the conflict for Independence. Col William Dean. Capt Isaac Longstreth.
In memory of Patriotic Capt John Downey and others who were cruelly slain on this ground in the . . . — — Map (db m168906) WM
On Old York Road (Pennsylvania Route 263) 0.1 miles south of Byberry Road, on the left when traveling south.
In honor of the men of Hatboro
and vicinity who answered their
country's call in the World War
1917 - 1918
Frank G. Girard [died in service]
Dedicated May 30, 1922 — — Map (db m23293) WM