Keene in Cheshire County, New Hampshire — The American Northeast (New England)
Nathan Blake
Nathan Blake
1736
He was captured by Indians and taken to Canada
1746
Ransomed by his wife
Elizabeth Graves
1749
Six generations of Blakes lived on this spot
Erected 1929 by Ashuelot Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1736.
Location. 42° 55.72′ N, 72° 16.673′ W. Marker is in Keene, New Hampshire, in Cheshire County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Winchester Street, on the right on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 441 Main St, Keene NH 03431, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Old Fort (approx. 0.2 miles away); Dr. Daniel Adams House (approx. ¼ mile away); The Railroad (approx. ¼ mile away); Magical History Tour (approx. ¼ mile away); Industrial Heritage Trail (approx. ¼ mile away); Barry Faulkner, Muralist (approx. 0.3
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