Catskill in Greene County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Uncle Sam Bridge
Samuel Wilson, whose name inspired national symbol “Uncle Sam” lived nearby from 1817-1822
Erected by Kiwanis Club of Catskill.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Bridges & Viaducts.
Location. 42° 13.023′ N, 73° 52.07′ W. Marker is in Catskill, New York, in Greene County. Marker is on West Bridge Street, on the left when traveling west. Marker is near western end of the bridge. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Catskill NY 12414, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Uncle Sam (within shouting distance of this marker); Martin Van Buren (within shouting distance of this marker); Stone House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Sedwick Elevator (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lafayette’s Tour (approx. 0.2 miles away); The World War (approx. 0.2 miles away); Railway Bridge (approx. 0.3 miles away); General George Decker (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Catskill.
Also see . . . Legend of Uncle Sam. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on December 27, 2018, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 2, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 27, 2018, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. This page has been viewed 477 times since then and 60 times this year. Last updated on December 30, 2018, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 27, 2018, by Steve Stoessel of Niskayuna, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.