Springfield Township, Delaware County
Springfield Township, Delaware County by the Springfield Historical Society is a detailed exploration of the area’s history, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on June 23, 2004. This 130-page book is presented in English and offers an insightful look into the development of Springfield Township, which was established in the 1680s by Quaker families seeking religious freedom. The narrative highlights the early settlers’ interactions with the native Lenni Lenape tribe and the township’s evolution, including its industrial contributions during the industrial revolution.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Springfield’s transformation from a wilderness area to a modern town, emphasizing its rich history and community development. The book covers significant landmarks such as the mills that utilized local creeks, the construction of notable homes, and the impact of transportation advancements like the Media Shortline Trolley. Through its examination of local history, Springfield Township provides a thorough understanding of the township’s growth and the various amenities and organizations that have shaped its community.
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Carved out of the wilderness in the 1680s, Springfield Township was formed as Quaker families seeking religious freedom settled the area. In a region roughly bounded by Darby Creek to the east and Crum Creek to the west, the early settlers shared forests with the native Lenni Lenape tribe. Just nine miles west of the port of Philadelphia, Springfield harnessed tumbling creeks with mills during the industrial revolution and provided the growing commonwealth with edge tools from Beatty Ax Works and fabric from Victoria Plush Mill. Builders used abundant stone quarries to construct grand homes, including that of the Pennsylvania Railroad’s first chief engineer, J. Edgar Thomson, who laid out the famous Horseshoe Curve and Main Line to Pittsburgh. The construction of the Media Shortline Trolley helped Springfield grow, as did the Saxon Avenue Shops and unique developments such as Windsor Circle and Rolling Road. Springfield Township documents the area’s transformation into a modern town rich with amenities and community organizations.
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