Trucker's Mill
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Trucker's Mill, a sawmill, was used as a fort during the French and Indian War.
Waymark Code: WMNAD
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/25/2006
Views: 20
Trucker’s Mill
A Sawmill, built before 1755, and used as a station for troops at time of the French and Indian War, stood about 200 feet north of here. Known also as Kern’s fort, its position on two pioneer roads gave it much military value.
Marker Name: Trucker's Mill
County: Lehigh
Date Dedicated: 01/11/1952
Marker Type: City
Location: Main St. (Pa. 873) near Diamond St., Slatington
Category: Military, French & Indian War
Website: Not listed
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