Historical Markers and War Memorials in Riegelsville, Pennsylvania
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The Mid-Atlantic Highlands of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Connecticut forms a 3.5 million acre forested greenbelt adjacent to one of the nation's most densely populated regions, which includes Philadelphia, New York City and Hartford. . . . — — Map (db m230967) HM
The Borough of Riegelsville was formed in 1916, thanks to a petition by local citizens who sought the right of self-government for their thriving river and canal community.
During the late 18th century, a village slowly evolved around what was . . . — — Map (db m44764) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 611, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the Memory of the following Riegelsville Volunteers buried at Riegelsville Cemetery.
All enlisted August 8, 1862
Company C, 128th Reg. PA Volunteers
All fought at the Battle of Antietam, Sept. 17, 1862:
Pvt. John B. Kerbaugh . . . — — Map (db m63768) HM WM
On Delaware Road, on the left when traveling east.
Built by John A. Roebling's Sons Co.
Opened for traffic April 18th, 1904
Owned and Operated by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission — — Map (db m19234) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 611, on the right when traveling south.
This academy furnished a full preparative college course in the days of elementary public instruction in this vicinity.
The land, buildings, and annuities for the maintenance are one of the gifts of John Leidy Riegel, 1819-1893 to the St. John . . . — — Map (db m63769) HM
On Philadelpia Road at Old Furnace Road, on the right when traveling north on Philadelpia Road.
This 18th century abandoned iron ore mine now serves as an important refuge for several species of bats. With community support, Heritage Conservancy has been protecting these bats, the mine and the surrounding conservation area since acquiring it . . . — — Map (db m21784) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 212 at Durham Road, on the left when traveling east on State Route 212.
Built in 1727. Original site at Durham. In blast until 1789, it made cannon and shot in the colonial wars and Revolution. Onetime owners included James Logan and George Taylor. — — Map (db m21786) HM
On Old Furnace Road, on the right when traveling south.
In memory of the victims from 9-11-01 attack on America and to honor community volunteers and the heroes of the armed forces.
Dedicated October 9, 2001 — — Map (db m21783) HM