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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1E8G_german-valley_Washington-Township-NJ.html
Palatine Germans seeking refuge from war and famine settled here c1740. By 1760 they had established farms and mills as well as Lutheran and German reformed Congregations. Many of the stone houses they built still stand. In July 1918 during World …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM176L_german-valley_Washington-Township-NJ.html
Settled by German groups about 1740. Union Church of logs, 1747, stone, 1774. Renamed Long Valley during first world war.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM176K_obadiah-latourette-grist-and-saw-mill_Washington-Township-NJ.html
This mill is listed on the Sate and National Registers of Historic Places as a contributing property in the German Valley Historic District. Built circa 1750, and owned by Phillip Weise, the mill was essential to the economy and development of…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM16VS_schooleys-mountain-historic-district_Washington-Township-NJ.html
Fashionable 19th century resort renowned for famous mineral spring and mountain scenery. District includes site of Heath House, Belmont Hall, Forest Grove and present Presbyterian Church, Blake House and General Store.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM13RN_german-valley-bridge_Washington-Township-NJ.html
This four span random-coursed stone arch bridge is characteristic of stonework associated with German Valley. It is the only four span stone arch bridge in Morris County.
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Between 1830 and 1886 this bell rang from a belfry on top of this building when it served as a school.In memory of Kathleen Darter.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEZI_200-years-of-service_Middletown-NJ.html
From the first federally funded lifesaving stations built in 1849 to today's busy bases, the history of the United States Coast Guard can be traced along New Jersey's coast. In 1915, the Life-Saving Marine Service were combined to form the U.S.…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEZH_protecting-american-coasts_Middletown-NJ.html
Established in 1943, to store and supply ammunition for the Atlantic fleet, the Earle Naval Weapons Station plays a key role in protecting American coastal cities and ports. Its deep-water pier is 2.9 miles long and can service several naval vesse…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEZG_old-stone-union-church_Washington-Township-NJ.html
The site of the pastorate of Henry M. Muhlenberg D.D.Known as the father of Lutheranism in America
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEVY_washington-township-veterans-memorial_Washington-Township-NJ.html
Dedicated to the memory of all the veterans of Washington Township who served our country, so that freedom might prevail.
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