Fort Montgomery in Orange County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Welcome to Historic Fort Montgomery
Photographed By Pete Skillman, May 21, 2019
1. Welcome to Historic Fort Montgomery Marker
Fort Montgomery was the scene of a fierce Revolutionary War battle on October 6, 1777. In a daring attack, a British force overwhelmed a brave defense by outnumbered patriots.
(upper left caption) Visit Trailside Museums and Zoo to see native animals and exhibits on the region's natural and cultural history.
(upper middle caption) Re-enactors at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Fort Montgomery visitor center—October 2004.
(upper right caption) From Fort Montgomery, the views of the Hudson River and the surrounding area are spectacular.
(lower left caption) Destroyed by the British in October 1777, Fort Montgomery was left largely in ruins. Rather than recreating the fort, its surviving foundations and earthworks are now preserved as an authentic vestige of the country's struggle for independence.
(lower middle caption) Governor George Pataki speaking at the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Montgomery in October 2002.
(lower right caption) The visitor center at Fort Montgomery State Historic Site.
To learn more about Fort Montgomery, follow the interpretive trails through the fort's ruin and see where the soldiers lived, worked, and fought. Stop at the visitor center to view relics from the battle, displays, and a
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical date for this entry is October 6, 1777.
Location. 41° 19.397′ N, 73° 59.341′ W. Marker is in Fort Montgomery, New York, in Orange County. Marker can be reached from Route 9W south of Firefighters Memorial Drive, on the left when traveling south. Located along the Fort Montgomery interpretive trail, next to the William J. Moreau Popolopen Bridge over Popolopen Creek. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fort Montgomery NY 10922, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The William J. Moreau Popolopen Bridge (a few steps from this marker); The Historic 1777 & 1779 Trails (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Fort Montgomery Today (about 500 feet away); Building a Fort (about 500 feet away); The Battle of Fort Montgomery (about 500 feet away); Gardens of the Fort (about 600 feet away); West Redoubt (about 600 feet away); Three Sisters Garden (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Montgomery.
Also see . . .
1. Fort Montgomery State Historic Site – New York State. (Submitted on March 17, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Fort Montgomery (Hudson River) (Wikipedia). (Submitted on March 17, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Pete Skillman, May 21, 2019
2. Welcome to Historic Fort Montgomery Marker
The marker is next to the northern end of the footbridge, in the small shelter visible on the left.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 16, 2022, by Pete Skillman of Townsend, Delaware. This page has been viewed 246 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 16, 2022, by Pete Skillman of Townsend, Delaware. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.
