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NC-12:

Formerly residence of Major Peter Jacquett, distinguished officer of Delaware Line in Revolution. Born here 1755, died here 1834. Buried at Old Swedes’ Church, Wilmington. Land originally owned by Jean Paul Jaquet, Vice Director and Chief Magistrate of New Netherland on the South River, 1665-1657.

Marker Renumbered, Relocated and Renamed as NCC-103 Long Hook (Home of Major Peter Jacquett, Hero of the Revolution) in 1990.

Installed in 1932.

Sponsors:

Historic Markers Commission, 1932.


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Approximate Original Location:

1031 South Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801


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