Indian River Hundred, Historical administrative division in Sussex County, Delaware
Indian River Hundred is a historical administrative division in Sussex County, Delaware, encompassing marshes and woodlands along the Indian River. The area spans agricultural land and natural landscapes, forming a recognizable geographic section of the county today.
Established in 1706, it was created from the division of Lewes and Rehoboth Hundred and became one of the original sections of Old Sussex. This division reflected the early administrative structure that English colonists built in the region.
St. George's Chapel, built in 1794, served as a religious center and community gathering place for local residents. The building remains a focal point that shows how deeply faith and community life were connected in this region.
The area is accessible via Delaware Route 24, with Angola serving as the main community within its boundaries. Visitors will find a rural environment with open landscapes and historical sites that are best explored by car.
The hundred designation comes from the English administrative system and remained active for tax and voting purposes until the 1960s. This form of administration was rare in North America and makes this area a fascinating example of colonial governance structures.
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