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Location of Brownsville in Fayette County, Pennsylvania
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Brownsville, Pennsylvania, United States
Brownsville is a borough in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was officially founded in 1785 and is located 35 miles (56 km) south of Pittsburgh. Brownsville is situated at the westernmost tip of Fayette County and is a one-square-mile riverfront town.
Brownsville was once the gateway to the West and played a significant role in the rise and fall of coal and steel in Western Pennsylvania. Today, Brownsville is a charming town with a rich history and a variety of attractions, including a wharf, a historic district, and several museums.
If you are interested in learning more about the history of Brownsville, there are several resources available online and in print. The Brownsville Historical Society maintains a website with a wealth of information about the town's past, and there are also several books about Brownsville available at local libraries and bookstores.
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