Two Bridges in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Happy Warrior Playground in Alfred E. Smith Park
Photographed By Larry Gertner, April 9, 2019
1. Happy Warrior Playground in Alfred E. Smith Park Marker
Alfred E. Smith (1873-1944) served as Governor of New York from 1919 to 1920 and from 1923 to 1928. He was the Democratic presidential candidate in 1928. As a result of his dedication to housing and social issues, Al Smith led the state’s efforts to rebuild this Oliver Street neighborhood where he was born.
Erected 1996 by City of New York Parks & Recreation (NYC Parks).
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the NYC Parks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1919.
Location. 40° 42.659′ N, 73° 59.836′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Two Bridges. Marker can be reached from Catherine Street near Catherine Slip. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10038, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Governor Alfred E. Smith Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Alfred E. Smith Playground (within shouting distance of this marker); Catherine Mall (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Catherine Mall Market (about 400 feet away); History of Catherine Slip (about 400 feet away); Governor Alfred E. Smith Houses Residents Memorial
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More about this marker. The marker is set into the pavement at the entrance to the playground.
This NYCP&R marker is unusual in that it has information about the honoree included; most others just name the officials involved.
Also see . . .
1. Governor Alfred E. Smith Memorial. Official NYC parks description of the monument. (Submitted on April 13, 2019, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Governor Alfred E. Smith Flagstaff. Official NYC Parks description of the memorial. (Submitted on April 13, 2019, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Larry Gertner, April 9, 2019
2. Alfred E. Smith Park
Governor Alfred E. Smith Memorial, with the Happy Warrior Playground entrance and marker to the right.
Photographed By Larry Gertner, April 9, 2019
3. Governor Alfred E. Smith Flagstaff
The most notable feature of the playground.
Photographed By Larry Gertner, April 9, 2019
4. Governor Alfred E. Smith Flagsstaff
"Governor Alfred Emanuel Smith"
Photographed By Larry Gertner, April 9, 2019
5. Governor Alfred E. Smith Flagstaff
"Great and Good Friend of the Children"
Credits. This page was last revised on March 10, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2019, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 149 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on April 13, 2019, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
