Penn's Place

Historical marker location:

208 Delaware Street, New Castle, Delaware

( Marker is on Delaware Street west of Market Street, on the right when traveling east.)

circa 1682.

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.