United States / Brownsville, PA

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Dunlap's Creek Bridge. An integral part of the National Road, this was the first metal arch bridge in the United States, built 1836-39. Replacing several earlier bridges on this site, including an 1809 Finley suspension bridge, this 80-foot span was built of cast iron by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Capt. Richard Delafield and Lieutenant George W. Cass oversaw construction.

At bridge, Market Street, Brownsville, PA, United States

Brashear House. John A. Brashear, astronomer, educator, was born here 1840. His grandfather kept the Brashear House, a leading tavern. In 1825 Lafayette spoke from its doorway to the people of Brownsville.

517-523 Main St. (old US 40), Brownsville, PA, United States

Birthplace of John Alfred Brashear (1840-1920) - PLAQUE. Famed as a maker of astronomical instruments. Distinguished as Pennsylvania's "best loved citizen." "Somewhere beneath the stars is a work which you alone were meant to do. Never rest until you have found it." John Alfred Brashear... (missing)

517-523 Main St. (US 40), Brownsville, PA, United States