Alexandria in Jefferson County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Cranberry Creek Wildlife Management Area
The Battle of Cranberry Creek
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, August 9, 2021
1. Cranberry Creek Wildlife Management Area Marker
The Battle of Cranberry Creek
In July of 1813, during the War of 1812, a small group of American soldiers from the 21st U. S. Infantry (Forsythe's Rifles) conducted a raid across the St. Lawrence River. They captured a British gunboat, 69 British prisoners and 15 bateaux loaded with supplies, all without firing a shot. The American forces, led by Captain Dimock, took temporary refuge in the upper reaches of Cranberry Creek. They were pursued by a force of 250 British soldiers and four gunboats. A running battle ensued until the British were forced to retreat due American cannon and musket fire after taking heavy casualties.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • War of 1812. A significant historical month for this entry is July 1813.
Location. 44° 19.871′ N, 75° 52.941′ W. Marker is in Alexandria, New York, in Jefferson County. Marker can be reached from Swan Hollow Road east of Taylor Road, on the left when traveling east. Located about a 1/4 of a mile down a path from the parking area. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Alexandria Bay NY 13607, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Cranberry Creek Wildlife Management Area (here, next to this marker); The Battle of Cranberry Creek (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Veterans Memorial
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Also see . . . Cranberry Creek Wildlife Management Area- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. (Submitted on August 14, 2021, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, August 9, 2021
2. The Battle of Cranberry Creek Burial Site
Photographed By Robert Rusaw, August 9, 2021
3. The Battle of Cranberry Creek Burial Site
Credits. This page was last revised on August 14, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 10, 2021, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. This page has been viewed 112 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 10, 2021, by Robert Rusaw of Massena, New York. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
