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Fort Chambers

Franklin County · dedicated 1947 · W. King St. at Conococheague Creek, W of US 11, Chambersburg

Erected in 1756 by Col. Benjamin Chambers, pioneer land-owner and founder of the town, who fortified his house and mill with stockade and cannon against Indians.

Digital Commonwealth, Boston Public Library

Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov

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