Downtown in Hartford in Hartford County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Matthew Furlong
On June 5, 1798, Matthew Furlong was shot dead by Crown forces in New Ross as he approached the Three Bullet Gate carrying a flag of truce and a letter asking for the surrender of the town to the Rebel forces.
This monument serves to commemorate the courage of Matthew Furlong and all the people in New Ross and Wexford who fought and died in the 1798 Rebellion, and to honor all Irish men and women who have dedicated their lives to the struggle for freedom and peace.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • Wars, Non-US. A significant historical date for this entry is June 5, 1798.
Location. 41° 46.173′ N, 72° 40.41′ W. Marker is in Hartford, Connecticut, in Hartford County. It is in Downtown. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 44) and Chapel Street South, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1085 Main St, East Hartford CT 06108, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. New Ross, County Wexford Park (a few steps from this marker); Christ Church Cathedral (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); James Goodwin Batterson (approx. 0.2 miles away); Hartford's Isle of Safety (approx. 0.2 miles away); Savitt Jewelers
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 25, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 268 times since then and 54 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 25, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
