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Delaware and Lehigh Valleys Coal Iron Steel and Canals

The Delaware & Lehigh five county region of Northeastern Pennsylvania developed in the late 18th Century because of the anthracite mines, the iron and steel industries, and the canals built to reach Philadelphia.

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Kingston New York Maritime Traditions

Industry and Commerce along the Delaware Canal and Hudson River   Located 91 miles (146 km) north of New York City, Kingston was New York’s first capital in 1777; in the 19th century, the city was a transport hub, with rail and canal connections. The city has three historic districts: Stockade, the Midtown Broadway Corridor, and Rondout… Continue reading Kingston New York Maritime Traditions