Brandywine Village

Historical marker location:

Wilmington, Delaware

( Marker is at the intersection of N. Market Street (Business U.S. 13) and Race Street, on the right when traveling north on N. Market Street.)

Marker installed: 1998

During World War II, the District of Delaware played an important role in the war effort. The city of Wilmington was home to several defense contractors, including the DuPont Company, which produced materials used in the construction of military vehicles, weapons, and equipment.