Braddock, PA

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.

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