Philip Berlin
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member deano1943
N 39° 56.071 W 077° 39.790
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This Historical Marker, Philip Berlin, is located at W. Washington Street at Church, in Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania.
Waymark Code: WM10KH
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 12/03/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member unimoggers
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Recognized as the inventor of the first sleeping car in U.S. for use of travelers. The car, "Chambersburg," was operated as early as 1838 between Harrisburg and Chambersburg. He lies buried in graveyard at rear of church.
Marker Name: Philip Berlin

County: Franklin

Date Dedicated: 08/10/1953

Marker Type: City

Location: W Washington Street at Church, Chambersburg

Category: Invention, Professions & Vocations, Transportation

Website: [Web Link]

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