FIRST-Built Pennsylvania's first ironworks-Thomas Rutter - Boyertown PA
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Don.Morfe
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Thomas Rutter was a pioneer ironmaster and opponent of slavery who died 1730. Built Pennsylvania's first ironworks nearby, 1716. In ensuing decade he erected Pine Forge. In 19th century it was an Underground Railroad stop.
Waymark Code: WM16ZNE
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/07/2022
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LOCATION: Pine Forge Academy off SR 2063, Pine Forge
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Pioneer ironmaster and opponent of slavery who died 1730. Built Pennsylvania's first ironworks nearby, 1716. In ensuing decade he erected Pine Forge and built this mansion; in 19th century it was an Underground Railroad stop. Academy was founded here, 1945.
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Date of FIRST: 01/01/1716
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