Lake George in Warren County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Radeau Land Tortoise
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2008
1. Radeau Land Tortoise Marker
National Historic Landmark
This vessel possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of
the United States of America.
Built by British and provincial forces in 1758, the seven-gun, 26-oar French and Indian War gunboat was sunk two miles north of this point to prevent enemy capture. The only surviving example of her class, she remains at a depth of 107 feet.
1998
National Park Service
United States Department of the Interior
Erected 1998 by National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, French and Indian • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1758.
Location. 43° 25.107′ N, 73° 42.364′ W. Marker is in Lake George, New York, in Warren County. Marker is at the intersection of Beach Road and Fort George Road, on the left when traveling east on Beach Road. Marker is on the Lake George waterfront, across from Lake George Battlefield Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lake George NY 12845, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Military Dock (a few steps from this marker); Submerged Track (a few steps
this page online
Also see . . .
1. The "Land Tortoise" Underwater Preserve Site. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website entry (Submitted on February 13, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
2. Diving Into History in Lake George. New York Times article, August 18, 1994 (Submitted on July 3, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2008
2. Marker on the Lake George Waterfront
The stone base is in the shape of the bateau.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2008
3. Lake George
The Land Tortoise lies at the bottom the lake George, seen in this photo. The site is a New York State Submerged Heritage Preserve.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 10, 2008
4. Land Tortoise Site Map
This map illustrates the underwater site of the Radeau Land Tortoise.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 3, 2021. It was originally submitted on February 13, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,651 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 13, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
