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The Barns-Brinton House |
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(1714/1976) Blacksmith William Barns built this two story house of Flemish bond brickwork and turned it into a Publick House in 1722. For almost ten years, until his death, Barns was the tavernkeeper, welcoming both man and horse. In 1753, the property was sold to James Brinton whose family owned the house for over 100 years. Joseph Brinton was the owner at the time of the Battle of Brandywine when General Knyphausen’s troops marched past the door. At that time, Ye Great Road was just south of the Barns-Brinton House, as seen in the Barclay Rubincam painting. Chadds Ford Historical Society restored the house in 1976 and owns and operates it today as a house museum. (more info) At the time of the Battle of Brandywine, September 11, 1777, the house was owned by Joseph Brinton. After the battle, he claimed losses to the British including two horses, a cow, and household goods, totalling 87 pounds, 15 shillings. |
Houses Standing During the Battle of Brandywine, September 11, 1777
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