Thaddeus Kosciuszko

https://www.nps.gov/thko/index.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thaddeus_Kosciuszko_National_Memorial Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, at 301 Pine Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, preserves the home of Tadeusz (Thaddeus) Kościuszko. The life and work of the Polish patriot and hero of the American Revolution are commemorated here. Visit the house where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. See the room where he received notable visitors such as Chief Little Turtle and Thomas Jefferson. The Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial is located at 301 Pine Street in Philadelphia. It is within walking distance of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center. Parking is quite limited near the site. The site is easily accessible by public transportation. See the park's web page for directions. Kosciuszko House, exterior Color photo showing a three story brick rowhouse on a corner lot. The Thaddeus Kosciuszko house is a national memorial to an international champion of human rights. Kosciuszko fought in the American Revolutionary War, as well as an uprising in his native Poland.. Kosciuszko House - exhibit area Photo of exhibit area with exhibit panels showing images, text, and a map of the eastern U.S. Explore the exhibit area to learn about Polish military engineer Thaddeus Kosciuszko's role in designing fortifications at West Point. Bedroom Color photo of the bedroom with a orange upholstered sofa and a bed in the small room. Wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko received notable visitors in this home, including Chief Little Turtle and Thomas Jefferson Kosciuszko House, ca. 1960 Black and white photo, circa 1960, showing a three story brick rowhouse situated on a corner lot. The home where Thaddeus Kosciuszko once lived fell into disrepair. The site became a National Memorial in 1972. National Park Getaway: Thaddeus Kościuszko National Memorial Known as the smallest National Park unit, the Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial is a place to visit where wounded Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko lived and hear how this brilliant military engineer designed successful fortifications during the American Revolution. Exterior of the Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial Regina P. Jones Underwood Brake Regina Jones-Brake's career with the National Park Service (NPS) began in 1976 with the bicentennial of the Declaration of Independence. Over the next 33 years, her love of American history compelled her to share untold stories as she advanced from park ranger to management assistant. Regina Jones-Underwood pictured outdoors in her NPS uniform.