Domestication Origins

Historical marker location:

900 N Park Dr, Wilmington, Delaware

( Marker can be reached from North Park Drive, 0.2 miles east of North Van Buren Street, on the left when traveling east.)

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.