The Big Spring
Inscription
Former camping place at the junction of two Indian paths: the Great Shamokin, running from Sunbury to Kittanning; and the path to Venango, now Franklin. During War of 1812, Maj. McClelland's force camped here. Spring is 60 yards SW.
Location
AddressPa. 410, .5 mile SW of Luthersburg
CityLuthersburg
CountyClearfield
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.050560, -78.724980
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