McClurg Iron Foundry - Pittsburgh, PA
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bluesnote
N 40° 26.413 W 079° 59.928
17T E 584910 N 4477100
During the War of 1812, the McClurg Iron Foundry in Pittsburgh supplied cannons and ammunition.
Waymark Code: WMX42K
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/24/2017
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The plaque says, "Established in 1804, it was the first air foundry in Pittsburgh. During the War of 1812, it supplied cannons and ammunition, primarily destined for the fleet on Lake Erie. In 1835, the first locomotive steam engine made west of the Alleghenies was built on this site."
Date Erected/Dedicated: 2016
Who put it there? Private/Government?: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
Location/Address:
Fifth Ave. / Smithfeild Rd.
County/Province: Allegheny
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Photos Will Be Uploaded: yes
Website (related) if available: Not listed
Hours or Restrictions if Appropiate: Not listed
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