By Brentwood Historical Society
ridges in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, simply six miles southeast of Pittsburgh. within the nineteenth century, 3 small villages, 4 motels, and several other blacksmith retailers clustered alongside the agricultural ridge. a favored and primitive roadway, referred to now as Brownsville highway, attached those 3 hamlets with the broader global. This significant artery carried coaches, wagons, cattle, or even escaping slaves to Pittsburgh. no less than one of many 4 hotels was once a cease at the Underground Railroad. a long time later, the neighborhood demonstrated a 28-acre park, whole with take care of condominium and swimming pool, in addition to the later additions of ball fields, tennis courts, and a soccer stadium. based on its unique concentrate on schooling, the neighborhood has maintained its personal tuition district. Brownsville highway, as a primary road, has supported numerous manageable purchasing districts. Brentwood is well known for its annual Fourth of July parade, attracting tens of hundreds of thousands of spectators every year. at the present time, Brentwood encompasses 1.45 sq. miles. The energy of this small neighborhood lies with its citizens, who price provider and dedication. For a hundred years, Brentwood has maintained its personal targeted personality and style, combining the weather of a contemporary neighborhood with the friendliness of a small town.
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