Sag Harbor in Suffolk County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Fort at Sag Harbor
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 23, 2019
1. The Fort at Sag Harbor Marker
Upon this hill, during the War of 1812 stood an American fort under the command of Major John Jermain and manned by the ranks of the Fourth Regiment of the New York Artillery, it protected the port of Sag Harbor from foreign invaders.
In the early morning hours of 11 July 1813, a contingent of British marines attempted a hostile occupation or the surrounding area. They were driven back by the cannon fire from this fort, American militia and the citizens or the village of Sag Harbor, never to return.
Therefore, on this day, the 200th anntversary of that battle, we dedicate this place to honor those who protected our beloved village.
11 July 2013
Erected 2013.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War of 1812. A significant day of the year for for this entry is May 31.
Location. 40° 59.947′ N, 72° 17.41′ W. Marker is in Sag Harbor, New York, in Suffolk County. Memorial is on High Street east of Hampton Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sag Harbor NY 11963, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Breakwater (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Atheneum (approx. ¼ mile away); Old Whalers' Church (approx. ¼ mile
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Also see . . . The Other* Victorious Battle of Sag Harbor–1813. Sag Harbor Historical Society website entry (Submitted on May 22, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 23, 2019
2. Top of Monument
On this spot stood an American Fort 1812
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, April 23, 2019
3. The Fort at Sag Harbor Marker - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on May 22, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 3, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 351 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 3, 2019, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
