Fort Roberdeau
Site of the Revolutionary fort built by Gen. Daniel Roberdeau in 1778 to protect the Sinking Valley lead mines. The lead was extracted for the production of bullets in support of the patriot cause. This fort was also a supply depot for weapons and ammunition, and it provided settlers a refuge against raids by Tories (loyal to the British) and their Iroquois allies.
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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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