Historical Marker

Fort Deshler

PA 145 near Chestnut St. intersection, S of Egypt at Ironton Rail Trail ยท Lehigh

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

A substantial stone structure, used as a military post and as a refuge for settlers against attack, was nearby on the north bank of Coplay Creek. It was built in 1760 by Adam Deshler, a native of Switzerland. Remaining in his family for several generations, the building was owned by the Coplay Cement Company after 1899 and stood until about 1940.

Location

AddressPA 145 near Chestnut St. intersection, S of Egypt at Ironton Rail Trail
CountyLehigh
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.672270, -75.516080

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