Prescott in Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

Prescott Raid on Ogdensburgh

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 10, 2024

1. Prescott Raid on Ogdensburgh Marker

Inscription.

Lieut. Colonel 'Red' George Macdonnell crossed the frozen river
with 500 men and some light guns mounted on sleighs in a raid on
Ogdensburgh, New York. The capture of the village was a British
victory that removed the American threat to British supply lines
for the rest of the war. The raid across the St. Lawrence River
is remembered as a turning point in our shared history and the
forging of 200 years of peace and friendship.

Dedicated February 23, 2013 by the Prescott Bicentennial Committee
for the 200th anniversary of the British Raid on Ogdensburgh, NY
during the War of 1812

Erected 2013 by Town of Prescott with Canadian Heritage Funding.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War of 1812. A significant historical date for this entry is February 23, 2013.

Location. 44° 42.537′ N, 75° 30.833′ W. Marker is in Prescott, Ontario, in Leeds and Grenville United Counties. Marker is at the intersection of Centre Street and Water Street West, on the left when traveling south on Centre Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 197 Water Street West, Prescott ON K0E 1T0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Forwarders' Museum (a few steps from this marker); Moran and Hooker Buildings

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(a few steps from this marker); Rotary Clock Tower and L. H. Daniels Memorial Clock (within shouting distance of this marker); The Prescott People's Place (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Glasgow, Smyth Building (about 90 meters away); Baines, Boyd and Keilty Brothers Block (about 150 meters away); Mechanic's Block (about 150 meters away); Lieutenant William Frederick Nelson Sharpe (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Prescott.

Also see . . . The Battle of Ogdensburg. The Canadian Encyclopedia website entry (Submitted on March 11, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., March 10, 2024

2. Prescott Raid on Ogdensburgh Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 12, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 11, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 11, 2024, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.