W hen America declared its independence from Great Britain in 1776, Sharptown was little more than a hamlet on the southern bank of the Nanticoke River. Although 32 miles from the river’s mouth, this was the first high and dry spot on the south bank. The discovery of thousands of spears and arrowheads in the area indicate that it was inhabited by Indians at some time. Sources indicate that it was a recognized settlement by about 1769.
