Delaware & Raritan Canal
In memory of those who lost their lives during construction of the Delaware & Raritan Canal.
From 1830 to 1834, an army of ditch diggers, carpenters and masons - many of whom were Irish immigrants - built the canal. Large numbers perished during the cholera epidemic. It is believed that they were buried along the route of the canal.
This stone from Lock 13 at New Brunswick.
Dedicated in 2001
Marker is at the intersection of New Jersey Route 29 and Quarry Road, on the right when traveling south on State Route 29.
Courtesy hmdb.org
