American Revolutionary War Memorial:
George Wertz, Soldier
Marker:
American Revolutionary War Soldier’s Grave
of George Wertz, Soldier
January 31, 1745 – November 27, 1798
Location:
Quincy Cemetery: Wertz family plot
Franklin County, Pennsylvania
39.8116209,-77621618
Historical Significance:
George Wertz served as a soldier in the American Revolutionary War with Pennsylvania. In addition to his military service, he provided patriotic service through the payment of supply taxes, 1778-1782.
A native of Franklin County, Pennsylvania, George Wertz is buried in the family plot in Quincy Township, Pennsylvania. During the 1850’s and until the end of the Civil War, the family farm served as a “station” of the Underground Railroad.
Dedicated:
October 2, 2021
Sponsor:
Madera Canyon Chapter, NSDAR, in conjunction with Franklin County Chapter, NSDAR, in Pennsylvania
