Henrico in Henrico County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
James Crewes
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, August 10, 2019
1. James Crewes Marker
Inscription.
James Crewes. . English merchant James Crewes (1623-1677), emigrated to Virginia by 1655 and acquired a 541 acre plantation at Turkey Island. As a planter, burgess from Henrico County and militia officer, Crewes disagreed with the governor's policies related to native commerce, perceived high taxation and apathy over Native American attacks on the Virginia frontier. In 1675, he and other residents joined with Nathaniel Bacon to protect their interests in the colony. Captured and found guilty as an instigator in Bacon’s Rebellion, Crewes was hanged near Jamestown in January of 1677. His Turkey Island plantation was purchased by William Randolph in 1684.
English merchant James Crewes (1623-1677), emigrated to Virginia by 1655 and acquired a 541 acre plantation at Turkey Island. As a planter, burgess from Henrico County and militia officer, Crewes disagreed with the governor's policies related to native commerce, perceived high taxation and apathy over Native American attacks on the Virginia frontier. In 1675, he and other residents joined with Nathaniel Bacon to protect their interests in the colony. Captured and found guilty as an instigator in Bacon’s Rebellion, Crewes was hanged near Jamestown in January of 1677. His Turkey Island plantation was purchased by William Randolph in 1684.
Erected 2017 by County of Henrico. (Marker Number HC-43.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Colonial Era. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1677.
Location. 37° 24.372′ N, 77° 16.172′ W. Marker is in Henrico, Virginia, in Henrico County. Marker is on New Market Road (Virginia Route 5) 0.2 miles west of Willis Church Road (Virginia Route 156), on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Henrico VA 23231, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Turkey Island Mansion (here, next to this marker); Engagement at Malvern Cliffs (a few steps from this marker);
Credits. This page was last revised on August 10, 2019. It was originally submitted on August 10, 2019, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 483 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 10, 2019, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
