Tappan in Rockland County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
De Wint House
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 23, 2008
1. De Wint House Marker
Washington’s Headquarters Sept. 28-Oct. 2, 1780, during the trial of Andre, British spy, plotter with Benedict Arnold.
Erected 1932 by NY State Education Department.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington, and the George Washington Slept Here series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1780.
Location. 41° 1.21′ N, 73° 56.717′ W. Marker is in Tappan, New York, in Rockland County. Marker is on Oak Tree Road, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Tappan NY 10983, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Grave Markers from Slave Burial Grounds (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named De Wint House (within shouting distance of this marker); Washington and Carleton Meeting (within shouting distance of this marker); Washington’s Flag (within shouting distance of this marker); This House was Occupied by General George Washington (within shouting distance of this marker); Mill Stone (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a
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Also see . . .
1. DeWint House. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on December 12, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. The Death of John Andre. University of Michigan website entry:
Spy Letters of the American Revolution (Submitted on April 23, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 23, 2008
2. Marker on Oak Tree Road
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 23, 2008
3. De Wint House
Gen. George Washington stayed here during the trial of Maj. John Andre, the British spy who conspired with Benedict Arnold. After Andre's conviction, Washington signed the death warrant in this house.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 23, 2008
4. Washington's Bedroom
George Washington stayed in this room during his stay at the De Wint House.
Credits. This page was last revised on December 12, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 23, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,291 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 23, 2008, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
