Historical Marker
Samuel Carpenter House
Historical marker location:
5 Market St, Port Penn, Delaware
( Marker is on Market Street (Delaware Route 9) just east of Delaware City Port Penn Road (Delaware Route 9), 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.