VFW Post 676 in Glenside has been named the site of a historical marker commemorating the Battle of Edge Hill during the Revolutionary War.

The Battle of Edge Hill in Abington Township, one of the last events of the American Revolution, was named a historical marker by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission in December.

A historical marker recognizes a significant person, place or event that shaped Pennsylvania’s development. The Battle of Edge Hill is one of 36 new markers across the state, including 11 new markers on behalf of Philadelphia.

Photo credit: BritishBattles.com

From Philly Voice’s article:

Sometimes overshadowed by other battles in the American Revolution, the Battle of Edge Hill served as the final conflict with the British before the the Valley Forge encampment. On December 7, 1777, Gen. William Howe pushed British and Hessian forces away from Philadelphia to fight on Edge Hill Heights, less than 15 miles north of Center City. 

Unmarked graves of fallen soldiers from the Battle of Edge Hill are on the grounds of VFW 676, which is located at 2519 Jenkintown Road. A commemoration service will be held in December.

For a list of all Historical Markers and War Memorials in Abington Township, you can click here.

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