Editing Frankford (section)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

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|q1=Why is the El called the Frankford Line?
|a1=The Market-Frankford Line is named for its two termini: it begins at 69th Street Terminal in Upper Darby and terminates at Frankford Transportation Center. The line runs along Market Street through Center City, then through Kensington before ending in Frankford, hence the "Market-Frankford" name.

|q2=How old is Frankford?
|a2=Frankford was settled in 1683, making it one of the oldest communities in the Philadelphia area—only three years after Philadelphia itself was founded. It was an independent borough from 1800 until consolidation with Philadelphia in 1854.

|q3=What happened to Frankford Arsenal?
|a3=Frankford Arsenal was a U.S. Army ammunition manufacturing facility that operated from 1816 to 1977. At its peak, it employed over 20,000 workers. The arsenal closed in 1977 as part of military downsizing, removing a major employer and contributing to the neighborhood's economic decline. The site is now an industrial park.

|q4=Is Frankford safe?
|a4=Frankford has higher crime rates than many Philadelphia neighborhoods and faces economic challenges including poverty, vacant properties, and commercial decline. However, the neighborhood has active community organizations working on revitalization. Safety varies by specific block, and many longtime residents take pride in their community.
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