Taunton in Bristol County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Shays’ Rebellion Defeat
Photographed by Michael Herrick, October 27, 2022
1. Shays’ Rebellion Defeat Marker
This tablet is erected by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to mark the spot where, on the 25 October 1786, General David Cobb, in command of four hundred militia-men and volunteers defeated a body of insurgents in Shays’ Rebellion in their attempt to prevent the session of the Supreme Judicial Court in Taunton, and to seize its papers. This event put an end to the rebellion within the limits of the Old Colony.
Here also, in October 1774, nearly two years before the Declaration of Independence the Citizens of Taunton raised a union flag bearing the inscription “Liberty and Union.”
Erected 1897.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the Shays' Rebellion series list. A significant historical date for this entry is October 25, 1786.
Location. 41° 54.13′ N, 71° 5.612′ W. Marker is in Taunton, Massachusetts, in Bristol County. It is on Court Street near Taunton Green, on the right when traveling east. The marker stands on the Taunton Green. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 189 Court Street, Taunton
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Regionally, this marker is in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Walter T. Soper Memorial Fountain (within shouting distance of this marker); Taunton Soldiers and Sailors Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Taunton Spanish-American War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Taunton 350th Anniversary (within shouting distance of this marker); Bristol County Peace Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); VFW Post 611 World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Bristol County Veterans Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Taunton Korean War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Taunton.
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Photographed by Michael Herrick, October 27, 2022
2. Shays’ Rebellion Defeat Marker
Oct. 15
1897
Also see . . .
1. Shays' Rebellion (Wikipedia). (Submitted on November 10, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Major Amos Stoddard.
Major Amos Stoddard was appointed an ensign in the state militia to support the Massachusetts governor and to serve to suppress Shays' Rebellion, Amos' employment with Charles Cushing lasted until his decision to study the law with Seth Padleford, Esq. at Taunton, Massachusetts in 1790. The story of Amos Stoddard's role in the suppression and defeat of Shays' Rebellion is told in great detail and is a highlight of Amos Stoddard's autobiography. Amos wholeheartedly supported the government over the plight of the insurrectionists — many of whom were neighbors and fellow veterans of the Revolution. It is one of the very few personal and first-hand accounts of that largely unknown event in American history.(Submitted on May 5, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts.)
Photographed by Michael Herrick, October 27, 2022
3. Shays’ Rebellion Defeat Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 10, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 401 times since then and 53 times this year. Last updated on May 6, 2026, by G.W.Bartlett of Hingham, Massachusetts. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 10, 2022, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
