Hubbardton in Rutland County, Vermont — The American Northeast (New England)
Welcome to Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Park
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, July 12, 2008
1. Welcome to Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Park Marker
The only battle fought on Vermont soil during the American Revolution took place on these fields. Viewed as a rear guard action, this battle was important because it slowed the progress of the British and German pursuers long enough for the main body of the American Army to escape during their retreat from the forts at Ticonderoga and Mount Independence on Lake Champlain.
Starting from where you are now, follow the path to your right to the crest of the hill. There you will find the first in a series of signs that identify important landmarks and explain the action that unfolded here on July 7, 1777. From that point, follow the path to find more signs as you walk the battlefield. Enjoy your walk.
Hubbardton Battlefield is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is managed by the State of Vermont, Division for Historic Preservation.
Erected by Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical date for this entry is July 7, 1777.
Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 43° 41.718′ N, 73° 8.356′ W. Marker was in
this page online
We have been informed that this marker is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.
Regionally, this marker was in Vermont’s Green Mountains. It was also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it was in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location: Welcome to the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Germans Arrive, Americans Retreat (within shouting distance of this marker); Hubbardton Battle Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Battle of Hubbardton (within shouting distance of this marker); Monument Hill And The Morning Charge (about 500 feet away); British Flank Near Mt. Zion (about 500 feet away); British Flank The Americans (about 500 feet away); Beginnings of the Battle (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hubbardton.
Other markers no longer nearby. Germans Arrive, Americans Retreat (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been permanently removed); Monument Hill Charge (was about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line but has been permanently removed).
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, July 12, 2008
2. Marker on the Hubbardton Battlefield
