The Underground Railroad

Historical marker location:

101 South Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware

( Marker is on South Market Street (Business U.S. 13) south of South Shipley Street, on the right.)

Riverfront Wilmington.

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.