In 1755 supplies for Braddock’s army were stored here in Edward Shippen’s strong stone house “at the back Run.” James Burd, the son-in-law of Shippen, opened a road to carry these supplies to the west. After Braddock’s defeat the remaining supplies were given to sufferers from Indian attacks.

Marker is on West King Street (U.S. 11) near Morris Street.

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