Norwich in Chenango County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Purple Heart Community
Photographed By Susan A. Dalaba, November 4, 2022
1. Purple Heart Community Marker
The Chenango County Board of Supervisors proclaimed Chenango County as a “Purple Heart Community”
This memorial honors the service and sacrifice of our county’s men and women in uniform who were wounded or killed by the enemy while servicing to protect the freedoms enjoyed by all Americans.
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in this topic list: Military. In addition, it is included in the Military Order of the Purple Heart series list.
Location. 42° 31.895′ N, 75° 31.399′ W. Marker is in Norwich, New York, in Chenango County. Memorial is at the intersection of East Main Street and Broad Street (New York State Route 12), on the right when traveling west on East Main Street. The memorial is located in East Main Street Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Norwich NY 13815, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alert Hose Co. No. 1 (within shouting distance of this marker); Norwich World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Chenango County World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); First Log Cabin (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Gateman’s Tower c. 1907 (about 500 feet away); Chenango Canal Walking Tour
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Photographed By Susan A. Dalaba, November 4, 2022
2. Purple Heart Community Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 9, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 9, 2024, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. This page has been viewed 44 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 9, 2024, by Susan A. Dalaba of Cortland, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
