General Richard Butler
In memory of
General Richard Butler
Born in Ireland
One of five brothers soldiers
distinguished for bravery and devoted service
Captain 2d. Pennsylvania Battalion 1776
Colonel 9th. Pennsylvania Regiment 1777
Major General United States Levies 1791
Killed in action against the Indians on
the Miami 1791
And in whose honor Butler County
was named.
"When I want a thing well done
I order a Butler to do it."
LaFayette
Marker can be reached from the intersection of South Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 8) and East Diamond Street, on the right when traveling south.
Courtesy hmdb.org
