McKeesport began to grow in 1830 when coal mining began. The city’s first steel mill was established in 1851. The National Tube Company opened in 1872 and became part of U.S. Steel.

In 1992 Pennsylvania produced only 65 million tons of coal, but was still the nationwide leader in coke production. This is a presentation of historically significant bituminous coal mining towns …

The "old miner" reports that the major property of the McK C&I was the Hubbard Mine, located in North Versailles Twp. The mine was in operation from the early 1900s, and continued after the …

Downtown McKeesport in 1894. McKeesport, then part of Versailles Township, began to grow in 1830 when mining of the large deposits of bituminous coal in the region began. The first …

This coal mine and coke works, along with nearby Continental No. 1 and No. 2, was opened by Continental Coke Company in 1901. Originally this firm was affiliated with National Steel Co. …

The town really grew after coal mines were opened here in 1830. Iron furnaces needed coal and water, and since McKeesport had plenty of both, the city's first foundry opened in 1851. From …

Mar 17, 2025 · Coal mining began in the area about 1830, but McKeesport did not develop appreciably until the basic ingredients of the steel industry (coal, iron, and railroads) coalesced …

Apr 5, 2015 · The Belle Vernon Coke Company was started by Holmes Davis and his associates from Mckeesport. Initially the plant was to include 32 ovens but by 1920 it had 42. The coal …

History of Allegheny county, Pennsylvania : including its early settlement and progress to the present time ; a description of its historic and interesting localities ; its cities, towns and …

This map shows the above ground mine features, underground mine workings, air shafts, explosion sites, Gas Wells, Gas Lines, Rail roads, Youghiogheny River, and more. This map is …