The Pawling Sycamore - Valley Forge, PA
N 40° 06.613 W 075° 27.523
18T E 460907 N 4440091
The Pawling Sycamore is located in the Fatlands area of Valley Forge National Historical Park.
Waymark Code: WM67DN
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 04/17/2009
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The "Pawling Sycamore" is a magnificent tree that stretches over the springhouse of the Boulware Mansion in Valley Forge Park. Known as the “Pawling Sycamore,” the tree is estimated to be 260 to 285 years old. There were some encampments here in the winter of 1778-79, as it was believed the British may try to attack from the north. It is a humungous tree, with its a longest spread of 147 feet. From below, the branches look like hours on a clock. Many of the lower branches touch the ground and are even taking root.
Historic Event:
Encampment at Valley Forge - Winter of 1778-79.
Year: 1778-79 (event)
Species: Sycamore
Approximate Age: 285
Location: Valley Forge, PA
Website: Not listed
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