“His Christianity was pure, his views of religion sound and scriptural, and his fidelity and integrity of character were like his own well aimed rifle, true to the mark.”

– Rev. Thomas Aitken
Obituary of Moses Van Campen


"I was nurtered in the school of the rifle and the tomahawk."

- Moses Van Campen

“The notes of war are hushed,

    The rage of battle o’er,

The warrior is at rest,

    He hears our praise no more.

The soldier nobly fought

    For all we dearly love,

He fought to gain a heavenly crown,

    And now he reigns above.”


- Rev. Thomas Aitken
Inscription, Moses Van Campen's tombstone

Home Life & Times In Honor
A Legacy Celebrated and Preserved

Moses Van Campen's contributions to family, community and country have been recognized by many over the years.  Presented below is an attempt to present those which have stood the test of time and continue to allow future generations to appreciate his legacy.  We are indebted to those organizations and people which have funded and protected these pieces of history through the years.
 
Fort McClure Chapter DAR Honors Moses Print

Unveiled on April 10, 1907, the Fort McClure Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), donated a stone marker and plaque commemorating the site of Fort McClure.
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Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Print

Since 1946, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) has dedicated markers to honor the people, places, and events which have contributed to and enhanced the lives of Pennsylvanians since it founding.  The PHMC has dedicated two markers recognizing Moses Van Campen's contributions to protecting the early settlers of Pennsylvania.
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Moses Van Campen Chapter of the DAR Print

Founded in 1912, the Berwick, Pennsylvania Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) was named in honor of Moses Van Campen.  While the Chapter is no longer active, it was responsible for placing several historical markers over the years in and around Berwick, Pennsylvania including the Fort Wheeler and Fort Jenkins Markers.  Both of which are directly related the life and times of Moses Van Campen.
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Hotel Moses Van Campen Print

Built in 1933 on Main Street in Benton, PA in honor of Moses Van Campen, the Hotel Moses Van Campen replaced the Benton Hotel known as the McHenry House which was lost to fire.  The Hotel Moses Van Campen has since been replaced by another local business.  The photo below is presented here courtesy of www.BentonNews.net. 
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