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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania

 
Clickable Map of Franklin 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 Franklin County, PA (228) Adams County, PA (1436) Cumberland County, PA (428) Fulton County, PA (47) Huntingdon County, PA (85) Juniata County, PA (20) Perry County, PA (156) Frederick County, MD (558) Washington County, MD (875)  FranklinCounty(228) Franklin County (228)  AdamsCounty(1436) Adams County (1436)  CumberlandCounty(428) Cumberland County (428)  FultonCounty(47) Fulton County (47)  HuntingdonCounty(85) Huntingdon County (85)  JuniataCounty(20) Juniata County (20)  PerryCounty(156) Perry County (156)  FrederickCountyMaryland(558) Frederick County (558)  WashingtonCounty(875) Washington County (875)
Chambersburg is the county seat for Franklin County
Waynesboro is in Franklin County
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ADJACENT TO FRANKLIN COUNTY
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      Frederick County, Maryland (558)  
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1 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — American Revolutionary War Memorial — 1775 - 1783
Dedicated to the memory of the soldiers of this Antietam area who voluntarily sered in the American RevolutionMap (db m159807) WM
2 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Civil War Memorial
In memory of all those who served in the Civil War (War to Suppress the Rebellion) 1861 - 1865 This memorial is dedicated And to Waynesboro's only Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Henry G. Bonebrake Rank and . . . Map (db m202069) HM WM
3 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Cupola – Waynesboro’s Crown Jewel
She inspired, she endured for 52 years, she symbolized the future of education in the Waynesboro area. Waynesboro High School 1937-1954 Waynesboro Area Senior High School 1954-1962 East Junior High School 1962-1989 Superintendent – . . . Map (db m103546) HM
4 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Gettysburg Campaign
Gen. Jubal Early's Confederate troops occupied Waynesboro June 23, 1863. Next day they marched by Mont Alto to Greenwood, or Black Gap, where, June 25, they were ordered by Gen. Ewell to march to York.Map (db m202170) HM
5 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Iraq-Afghanistan Casualties of Waynesboro & Area
Edward W. Shaffer • Richard J. TiemanMap (db m159819) WM
6 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — John Wallace, Jr.
Laid out the present town in 1797 and named it Waynesburg in honor of General Anthony Wayne. In 1831, name changed to Waynesboro. Stone portion of the Wallace house still stands about 200 yards southeast of here.Map (db m8003) HM
7 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Korean Casualties of Franklin County — 1950 - 1954
Dedicated in memory to all who made the Sacrifice for freedom Baker, Dennis Lee • Fitz, Harold Lewis • Gibson, David W. • Mayhugh, William K. • Miller, Jack H. • Meyers, Robert E. • Myers, Charles D. Jr. • Naugle, Walter E. • . . . Map (db m159814) WM
8 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Memorial Retreat
Honoring all those who served in all wars of the United StatesMap (db m159823) WM
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9 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Nearby On This Tract of Land Called Mount Vernon
Stood the home of Colonial Patriot John Wallace, Junior February 15, 1755 - May 1811 Founder of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania - 1797 The town laid out in 1797 was named Waynesburg until 1831. The plot included the original "settlement" which came to be . . . Map (db m8004) HM
10 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Old Log Building
The one-and-a-half story structure that stands about 100 yds. north of here is one of the oldest buildings in Waynesboro. Built for a schoolhouse and church between 1770 and 1780 by John Bourns. Later used as dwelling.Map (db m8000) HM
11 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Spanish American War — 1898 - 1902
Dedicated to the men and women of Waynesboro and vicinity to commemorate the valor and patriotism of those who voluntarily served in the War with Spain, the Philippine Insurrection and the China Relief Expedition.Map (db m159810) WM
12 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — To All Veterans — Joe Stickell Post 15
In honor of those who served in tribute those who had perished to protect our freedomMap (db m159854) WM
13 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — United States Submarine Veterans
To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives in the pursuit of their duties while serving their countryMap (db m159818) WM
14 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Vietnam Casualties of Franklin County — 1965 - 1973
Rakentine, Kenneth G. • Brennan, Charles E. • Witmer, Omar D. Jr. • Beck, Joseph Jr. • Smith, Paul R. • Pfoutz, Myron Mc. • Ellis, Raymond • Hornbaker, Kenneth E. • Sullivan, Pierre L. • White, Robert R. • Cook, Thomas R. Jr. . . . Map (db m159817) WM
15 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Waynesboro Honor Roll — World War II — 1941 - 1945 —
This park is dedicated to those Waynesboro men who gave their lives for their countryMap (db m159813) WM
16 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — Waynesboro Memorial Park Memorials
John D. Benedict, World War II Robert W. Hess, World War II Hubert H. Carson, World War II John P. Discepoli, World War II L.G. Shindledecker, World War II Theodore R. Baker, World War II Gilbert Hardman, World War II Winston Cave, . . . Map (db m159824) WM
17 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — World War I Memorial — 1917 - 1919
In honored memory of the men and women of Waynesboro and vicinity who gave their lives in the War for World-Wide Liberty Luke S. Barkdoll • Paul D. Bumbaugh • Mottie Good • James R. Hatherlee • Samuel Jaffy • John R. Long • . . . Map (db m159812) WM
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18 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro — World War I Memorial
In honor of the Waynesboro and vicinity who served in the World War and in memory of the eighteen who gave their lives for World Wide Liberty Luke S. Barkdoll • Paul D. Brumbaugh • Mottie Good • James R. Hatherlee • Samuel Jaffy • . . . Map (db m159821) HM WM
19 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Quincy Township — Snow Hill Cloister
An offshoot of Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County, deriving its name from the Snowberger family active in its foundation. Composed of widows, widowers, and single persons, with goods held in common, it prospered from 1814 until the Civil WarMap (db m83982) HM
20 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 12-Pounder Napoleon
When it came to artillery in the Civil War, the 12-Pounder Napoleon was the the workhorse of both Union and Confederate armies. It was designed by the French Emperor Napoleon III, Prince Charles Louise Napoleon Bonaparte, nephew of Napoleon I. It . . . Map (db m192436) HM
21 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle
The 3-Inch Ordnance Rifle was one of the most common American Civil War artillery field pieces. It was used by both, the Union and the Confederate armies. It was designed by John Griffen, the superintendent of the Safe Harbor Iron . . . Map (db m192353) HM
22 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 9-11 Tribute — Reflect & Remember
On Tuesday, September 11, 2001, a vibrant blue sky framed the familiar Twin Towers of the World Trade Center, the tallest buildings in New York City and centerpieces of the skyline. 40,000 people began their work day as they ordinarily would, but . . . Map (db m192350) HM WM
23 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 9-11 Tribute Future Message
America survives. Ten years hence, as the 9-11 Tribute is being constructed, America remembers 150 years since its own Civil War. In the days following the 9-11-2001 attack, many recalled the attack on Pearl Harbor. In times of adversity . . . Map (db m192345) WM
24 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — All Veterans Memorial Bridge
This memorial bridge is dedicated to all the men and women of the Waynesboro, PA vicinity who served honorably in the United States military. It is a tribute to the patriotism, dedication, loyalty and bravery of those who . . . Map (db m159803) WM
25 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 728 — Battle of Monterey Pass / Michigan Cavalry Brigade — Monterey Pass Battlefield Park
Battle of Monterey Pass. During a torrential rainstorm on the night of July 4-5, 1863, the Michigan Cavalry Brigade moved to intercept the retreating Army of Northern Virginia by attacking the miles-long wagon train of the Second Corps, and . . . Map (db m202038) HM
26 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Before The Battle Of Gettysburg — Refugees Flood The Road To Monterey Pass
On June 23, 1863, before Confederate Major General Jubal Early entered Waynesboro, it was reported the road leading to Monterey Pass was blocked by civilians fleeing with their personal belongings. Farmers fled with their horses, cattle, and farm . . . Map (db m167849) HM
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27 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Before The Battle Of Gettysburg — The Skirmishes of Monterey Pass & Fountaindale
On June 22, 1863, a skirmish erupted at Monterey Pass, when Company D of the 14th Virginia cavalry attacked portions of Union Cavalry under the command of Captain Robert Bell, Captain Samuel Randall, and several members of the Gettysburg Home . . . Map (db m202994) HM
28 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Blue Ridge Summit Lions — We Serve — Lions International —
Charter Members 1944 Robert F. Barrick • Ardon K. Barton • Harold F. Birely • Dr. Harvey C. Bridgers • William B. Cavanaugh • Michael C. DuPerron • Walter A. Dowd • Thomas O. Eyler • Roscoe C. Fitz • John S. Flohr • Ernest . . . Map (db m192360) HM
29 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Brown's Spring
During Lee's retreat General Judson Kilpatrick U.S.A. took 1500 prisoners and 9 mi. wagon train near hereMap (db m192437) HM
30 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Corporal Joseph Brubaker, Jr.
In loving memory of Corporal Joseph Brubaker, Jr. U.S. Marine Corps, who died in action Feb. 4, 1969. South of Da Nang, Quang Nam Province, Republic of South Vietnam, while participating as Crew Chief of a helicopter flying in support of . . . Map (db m192352) HM WM
31 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Dr. Henry Harbaugh
Pennsylvania-German author, theologian, and educator, 1817-1867, was born one and one-half miles distant. The house is marked by a monument.Map (db m83980) HM
32 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Dr. Henry Harbaugh — Birthplace and Early Home
Birthplace and early home of Dr. Henry Harbaugh, Pennsylvanian German author, theologian and educator, 1817-1867. One hundred yards southeast is site of the old school house at the creek.
"Today it is just twenty . . . Map (db m96158) HM
33 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Flight 93 Crash Site, Shanksville, PA
At 9:28 AM, after hijacked flights were flown into the World Trade Center, United Airlines Flight 93, traveling from Newark to San Francisco, was commandeered by 4 hijackers. The crew transmitted two May Day calls. Information from in-flight calls . . . Map (db m192347) HM WM
34 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Historic Waynesboro Pennsylvania — Est. 1797
Est. 1797 — National Register of Historic Places 2020Map (db m159802) HM
35 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Pentagon, Arlington VA
Just after 8:50 AM, shortly after the first plane struck the World Trade Center, American Airlines Flight 77, traveling from DC to LA, was hijacked and steered off-course. At 9:37 AM, the aircraft, flown by 5 hijackers, flew into the west side of . . . Map (db m192349) HM WM
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36 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Responders
Within minutes of Flight 11 striking the World Trade Center--NYC's police, firefighters, EMTs, citizens, physicians and nurses, ham radio operators, volunteer ambulance personnel, and many other civilians responded to the devastation in the . . . Map (db m192348) HM WM
37 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — 230 — Royer-Nicodemus House and Farm — 10544 East Main Street
Royer-Nicodemus House and Farm has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m159855) HM
38 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — South Mountain — The Story of Richard Bard
Before the French and Indian War in 1754, lands west of South Mountain was considered a wilderness. With the outbreak of war, several settlements in this area were raided by the Indians. In 1756, two Indian raids occurred, with one man taken . . . Map (db m192351) HM
39 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Tannery Site
Operated by Daniel and David Royer 1798 - 1862Map (db m192341) HM
40 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass — A Wild and Desolate Scene
The 1st West Virginia Cavalry arrived and were ordered to charge the Confederate cannon on this side of the bridge. Seeing the West Virginians in their front, Confederate Captain William Tanner ordered the cannon to fire its last two shots before . . . Map (db m135060) HM
41 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass — Confederate Reinforcements Arrive
The Confederate defenders of Captain George Emack’s company of the First Maryland Cavalry, supported by Captain Tanner’s artillery detachment, were deployed in this area. As the battle continued past midnight, reinforcements began to arrive. The 4th . . . Map (db m135061) HM
42 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass — The Midnight Fight
As the Union cavalry approached the newly established Confederate skirmish line, Captain Emack began receiving reinforcements. At the same time, Confederate General Grumble Jones arrived on the scene to assume command of the battlefield. He . . . Map (db m135919) HM
43 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass — The Wolverine's Fight
As Union General George A. Custer’s Cavalry brigade advanced here, the right wing of his brigade was situated in these woods. The 6th Michigan Cavalry deployed to the right of the road, supported by the 5th Michigan Cavalry, while the 7th, and . . . Map (db m135920) HM
44 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass — The Initial Breakthrough
General Kilpatrick, quartered at the Monterey Inn, ordered artillery to support Custer’s troopers. Near the present-day golf course, Captain Alexander Pennington deployed two rifled cannon and began to shell the Confederate battle line with case . . . Map (db m202046) HM
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45 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Battle of Monterey Pass
A Midnight Battle Along The Mason-Dixon Line On the evening of July 4, 1863, one of the most confusing battles of the American Civil War occurred, known as the Battle of Monterey Pass. Around 9:00 p.m., Union cavalry under the command of . . . Map (db m202064) HM
46 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Raid On Harpers Ferry — Captain John Cook And His Capture
To spark a civil war, John Brown came to Ritner Boarding House in Chambersburg, PA, where he began to plan his famous raid on Harper’s Ferry, in 1859. At the time, Brown was calling himself Isaac Smith. By mid summer, he had rented the Kennedy . . . Map (db m202048) HM
47 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — The Underground Railroad — Monterey Pass Gave Protection to Those Seeking Freedom
The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes used by African American slaves during the early to mid 1800’s, to escape to the free states and Canada. One of the routes used by African-American slaves was South Mountain, where they . . . Map (db m202068) HM
48 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Twin Towers, New York City, NY
At 8:46 AM and 9:03 AM respectively, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175 with a total of 147 crew and passengers flew into the World Trade Center's Twin Towers in New York. Military fighters scrambled too late to intercept the . . . Map (db m192344) HM WM
49 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — Welcome to the Monterey Pass Battlefield Park
A Midnight Battle Along The Mason Dixon Line On the evening of July 4, 1863, one of the most confusing battles of the American Civil War occurred, known as the Battle of Monterey Pass. Around 9:00 p.m., Union cavalry under the command of . . . Map (db m192354) HM
50 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — World War II Memorial
In honor of those of Zullinger community who served their country in World War II Dec. 7, 1941 - Sept. 2, 1945 Addlesberger, Leonard N • Addlesberger, Merle A • Addlesberger, William A • . . . Map (db m159800) WM
51 Pennsylvania, Franklin County, Waynesboro, Washington Township — World War II Memorial
Rouzerville Dedicated to the men and women of this community who served in World War II 1941 - 1946 For God and Country In loving memory of our war dead Elwood B. Bumbaugh • Chester W. Daley • . . . Map (db m192343) WM
 
 
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