Captain Stephen Jackson House

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40, East Main Street, Rockaway, Morris County, New Jersey, 07866, United States
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Captain Stephen Jackson House

The Jackson family were among the first settlers of Rockaway. They owned this land and helped build Morris County’s iron industry. Their furnaces and forges supplied materials that strengthened the local economy and supported the Revolutionary War. Known for their strong patriotism, the Jacksons stood firmly for independence. Their leadership made them respected throughout the community. During the war, General George Washington is said to have visited their home.

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Captain Stephen Jackson House

The Jackson family were among the first settlers of Rockaway. They owned this land and helped build Morris County’s iron industry. Their furnaces and forges supplied materials that strengthened the local economy and supported the Revolutionary War. Known for their strong patriotism, the Jacksons stood firmly for independence. Their leadership made them respected throughout the community. During the war, General George Washington is said to have visited their home.

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40, East Main Street, Rockaway, Morris County, New Jersey, 07866, United States

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40, East Main Street, Rockaway, Morris County, New Jersey, 07866, United States

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