Fishkill in Dutchess County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Revolutionary War Dead
1776 - 1783
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2011
1. Revolutionary War Dead Marker
of the brave men
who gave their lives
for their country during the
American Revolution
and whose remains repose
in the adjoining field.
This stone is erected by
Melzingah Chapter
Daughters American Revolution
October 14, 1897
Erected 1897 by DAR - Melzingah Chapter.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical month for this entry is October 1748.
Location. 41° 31.367′ N, 73° 53.361′ W. Marker is in Fishkill, New York, in Dutchess County. Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 9 and Interstate 84, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 9. Marker is at the site of the Van Wyck Homestead Museum. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fishkill NY 12524, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Great Indian Warrior Trading Path (a few steps from this marker); The Path to Victory (within shouting distance of this marker); Continental Army Crossroads (within shouting distance of this marker); American Revolution Bicentennial Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Van Wyck Homestead
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2011
2. DAR Marker in Fishkill
Originally located about ¼ mile south on Route 9, this marker was moved to the Van Wyck Homestead due to a road construction project. The location of the cemetery is currently unknown.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2011
3. Van Wyck Homestead
This house, located within sight of the marker, was the center of the Northern Supply Depot during the Revolutionary War.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2015
4. Revolutionary War Dead Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 19, 2015
5. Revolutionary War Dead Burial Ground
The marker had originally been located next to this field, which contains the remains of over 300 Revolutionary War soldiers, including French soldiers. It was moved from this location when Route 9 was widened to within a few feet of the monument. This is perhaps the largest burial site for Revolutionary War soldiers in America.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 10, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 880 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 10, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 4. submitted on September 19, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 5. submitted on September 20, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
