United States / Media, PA

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Delaware County. Formed September 26, 1789 out of Chester County. Named for the Delaware River and site of William Penn's first entry into Pennsylvania, 1682. Old Chester Courthouse (1724) is one of America's early public buildings. County seat, Media, incorporated 1850.

At Courthouse, Front St. & Veterans Sq., Media, PA, United States

Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades, The. Founded in 1888 by philanthropist Isaiah V. Williamson to teach underprivileged young men "some trade, free of expense" via a character-based curriculum. With trade apprenticeships disappearing in the US in the late 19th century, it was a model in vocational education. It is the only trade school in the nation providing full scholarships to all students. The campus contains the largest existing collection of buildings designed by Frank Furness.

106 S New Middletown Dr. (Rt. 352), between North & Main Drs., Media, PA, United States

Dr. Philip Jaisohn. American-educated medical doctor who sowed seeds of democracy in Korea, published its first modern newspaper (1896-98), and popularized its written language. The first Korean to earn a Western medical degree and become a U.S. citizen. He worked for Korean independence during the Japanese occupation, 1910-45. Chief advisor to the U.S. military government in Korea, 1947-48. This was his home for 25 years.

100 E Lincoln St. (at "T" with Gayley St.), Media, PA, United States

Blue Star Memorial Highway A tribute to the Armed Forces that have defended the United States of America sponsored by District #1 Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania in cooperation with District 6-0 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation

North Providence Road, Media, PA, United States