Trimbleville Historic District facts for kids
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Trimbleville Historic District
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Greenwood Dell Boarding School in March 2011
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | Northbrook, Broad Run, and Camp Linden Rds., Pocopson & West Bradford Twps., Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 125 acres (51 ha) |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Colonial, Federal, Vernacular Colonial |
| MPS | West Branch Brandywine Creek MRA |
| NRHP reference No. | 85002377 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 16, 1985 |
Trimbleville, Pennsylvania, also known as Trimble's Ford and the Trimbleville Historic District, is a small group of about six homes. You can find it in southern Chester County, Pennsylvania, about two miles south of Marshallton. This area is special because of its long history and its role in an important American battle.
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A Look Back at Trimbleville
Early Days and the Trimble Family
The first person named Trimble bought land here in 1744. This land was right by the west branch of the Brandywine River. The Trimble family lived in this community for a very long time, all the way until 1948.
Trimble's Ford and the Battle of Brandywine
Trimbleville is famous for its connection to the Battle of Brandywine. This big battle happened on September 11, 1777, during the American Revolutionary War.
During the battle, more than twelve thousand British soldiers marched through this area. They were led by Generals William Howe and Charles Cornwallis. These troops crossed the west branch of the Brandywine River right at a spot called Trimble's Ford.
The British soldiers started their journey in Kennett Square. Their first river crossing was at Trimble's Ford. After that, they crossed the east branch of the river at a place called Jefferis Ford. Finally, they met the American troops near Birmingham Friends Meetinghouse to fight.
Historic Buildings in Trimbleville
Many buildings from the 1700s are still standing in Trimbleville today. These include the original Trimble family farmhouse and an old mill. There were also shops for a blacksmith (who worked with metal) and a wheelwright (who made and fixed wheels). A boarding school from that time also still exists.
Because of its rich history and old buildings, the area was officially recognized in 1985. It was listed by the National Register of Historic Places as an historic district. This means it's a special place that is protected for its historical importance.
