Elliott Hall

Historical marker location:

26 East Main Street, Newark, Delaware

( Marker is at the intersection of East Main Street (Delaware Route 273) and The Green, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.)

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.