Schenectady in Schenectady County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Pulaski
Union Makes Valor Stronger
December 28, 2018
1. Pulaski Marker
Count Casimir Pulaski - Polish friend of America in the Revolutionary War distinguished himself on General George Washington’s staff in the Battle of Brandywine. Commissioned Brigadier General. Fought at Germantown and other battles in winter of 1777-78. By resolution of Congress was authorized to form the Pulaski Legion. Mortally wounded at Savannah, Georgia and died October 11, 1779To the memory of an immortal hero who gave his life in the cause of freedom and thereby left a living message to all Americans. May God grant that the liberty of mankind which only the brave souls win and only vigilance can guard shall live on with greater virility.
Dedicated by the People of Schenectady
Erected by People of Schenectady.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical date for this entry is October 11, 1779.
Location. 42° 48.596′ N, 73° 56.287′ W. Marker is in Schenectady, New York, in Schenectady County. Memorial is at the intersection of Veeder Street and State Street, on the right
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Schenectady 27th Division World War I Memorial (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Rest Here for the Night (about 600 feet away); Schenectady ALCO War Memorial (about 700 feet away); The RS-3 Diesel-Electric Locomotive (approx. ¼ mile away); Nott Terrace High School (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Site of Schenectady (approx. 0.3 miles away); Schenectady (approx. 0.3 miles away); Original Site of the African Church (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Schenectady.
December 28, 2018
2. Pulaski Marker- left side
December 28, 2018
3. Pulaski Marker
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