George's Creek Valley
N 39° 38.171 W 078° 55.048
17S E 678711 N 4389450
A sign telling what has taken place in this valley over the years.
Waymark Code: WMHBQW
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 06/21/2013
Views: 19
George's Creek Valley
During colonial exploration and settlement the valley provided a route to the Western Frontier. In 1753, preceding the French and Indian War, George Washington traveled this route to deliver Gov. Dinwiddie's order that the French abandon their claims in the Ohio Country. In the early 19th century, transportation improvements spurred development of the coal industry in the valley; demand for its high-quality coal made it one of the nation's principal coal-producing regions between 1850 and 1910.
County (required): Allegany County
Location (required): East of Route 36.
Marker Type (optional): Not listed
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