Braddock, PA
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About Braddock
- • Tony Moreno, a renowned jazz drummer, was born in Braddock.
- • Kennywood, a famous amusement park, was founded by the Monongahela Street Railway here.
- • The Edgar Thomson Steel Works, Andrew Carnegie's first steel mill, established the town's importance.
- • A Carnegie Music Hall branch operated in Braddock, predating the Pittsburgh location.
- • The 1936 St. Patrick's Day flood devastated Braddock's industry and homes.
- • Named for General Braddock, it was established in 1742 and incorporated in 1867.
- • With under 2,000 residents, the population is a fraction of its peak.
- • At 748 feet, the elevation offers views of the Monongahela Valley.
- • Healthcare and social assistance provide the most common jobs now.
- • A feeling of resilient grit lingers amidst the revitalization efforts.
- • The Pittsburgh Steelers, a nearby NFL team, have won six Super Bowls.
- • Westinghouse High School produced multiple NFL players, including Mike Wagner.