Hackensack in Bergen County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Gen. Enoch Poor
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, January 31, 2013
1. Gen. Enoch Poor Marker (Restored)
and Lafayette as a great
general. He died nearby in
1780 and lies buried in
the Reformed Churchyard.
Erected 1964 by State of New Jersey.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Churches & Religion • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1780.
Location. 40° 52.745′ N, 74° 2.602′ W. Marker is in Hackensack, New Jersey, in Bergen County. Marker is at the intersection of Court St. and Church St., on the left when traveling east on Court St.. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hackensack NJ 07601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brigadier General Enoch Poor (here, next to this marker); Bergen County Court House / Bergen County Old Jail (a few steps from this marker); The Huguenots (a few steps from this marker); Hackensack Soldier and Sailor Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Grave of Gen. Enoch Poor (within shouting distance of this marker); Historic First Reformed Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the Court-House & Jail (within shouting distance
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
2. Gen. Enoch Poor Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
3. Marker in Hackensack
The Gen. Enoch Poor marker is located in Hackensack, across the street from the Bergen County Courthouse, seen in the background.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, January 31, 2013
4. Gen. Enoch Poor Markers
Two markers for Gen. Poor can be seen here, including the restored blue marker.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
5. Gen. Poor Statue
The "Gen. Enoch Poor" marker is on the reverse side of the monument.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
6. Closeup of Gen. Poor Statue
While he still holds the handle in his right hand, Gen. Poor's sword disappeared years ago.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
7. Dutch Reformed Church
Gen. Poor is buried in the churchyard of this church, located just east of the statue.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, March 30, 2008
8. Grave of Gen. Enoch Poor
Gen. Poor's grave in the Dutch Reformed churchyard. The marker can be seen on the monument in the background.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 24, 2019. It was originally submitted on April 1, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,786 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 31, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 2. submitted on April 1, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 3. submitted on May 31, 2010, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 4. submitted on January 31, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 5, 6, 7, 8. submitted on April 1, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
