Captain Stephen Jackson House
Description
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.
Listing Overview
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.
Location
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- 105 Ridgedale Avenue, Ridgedale Park, Madison, Morris County, New Jersey, 07940, United States
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- 461 Green Village Road, Green Village, Chatham Township, Morris County, New Jersey, 07935, United States
