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In memory ofThe Mercer Soldiers Orphans SchoolMercer, PennsylvaniaOpened in 1868 Closed in 1889Maintained by the State of Pennsylvania for the purpose of providing a home and education for the children of her soldiers and sailors who served during…
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Formed March 12, 1800 from Allegheny County. The United States census reported 3228 residents in 1800. Named for General Hugh Mercer, Revolutionary hero killed at Battle of Princeton, 1777. Early iron and coal center. Mercer, the county seat, was …
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In memory of General Hugh Mercer. Born in Scotland, Colonel on General Forbes Expedition against Fort Duquesne 1758, Commander at Fort Pitt 1759, Colonel 3rd Virginia Regiment 1776, Brigadier General Continental Army 1776, killed in the Battle of …
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