Historical Marker
Fred Morgan Kirby
Historical marker location:
202 South River St. (Kirby Hall), Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
( Marker is on South River Street near South Street, on the left.)
Marker installed: 2004
(1861-1940).
The Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, was originally cast in England in 1752 and cracked during its first use. It was recast twice in Philadelphia, and the current bell has been on display in Independence National Historical Park since 2003.