Penns Creek Massacre - PLAQUE
In commemoration of the (John) Penn's Creek Massacre, which occurred along this stream on October, 1755, when the settlers were attacked by the Indians and about 26 killed, wounded or carried into captivity. This was the first Indian outbreak within the province of Pennsylvania following the defeat of General Edward Braddock, in the French and Indian War.
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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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