Carmel in Putnam County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Sybil Ludington
— Revolutionary War Heroine —
Photographed By Michael Herrick, October 19, 2010
1. Sybil Ludington
Revolutionary War Heroine
April 26, 1777
Called out the volunteer militia, by riding
through the night, alone, on horseback, at
the age of 16, alerting the countryside to
the burning of Danbury, Conn. by the British
placed by
Enoch Crosby Chapter
D.A.R.
presented by
Ann Hyatt Huntington
1961
Erected 1961 by Enoch Crosby Chapter D.A.R.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1740.
Location. 41° 25.4′ N, 73° 40.724′ W. Marker is in Carmel, New York, in Putnam County. Marker is at the intersection of Gleneida Avenue (New York State Route 52) and Stoneleigh Avenue (U.S. 6), on the left when traveling north on Gleneida Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Carmel NY 10512, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sibyl Ludington (a few steps from this marker); Marne Post 370 Veterans Memorial (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); In Memoriam (about 700 feet away); Enoch Crosby (approx. 0.2 miles away); County Court House
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Regarding Sybil Ludington. On historical markers her name is spelled Sybil and Sibyl, but on her gravestone it's spelled Sibbell.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, October 19, 2010
2. Sybil Ludington Monument
Photographed By Michael Herrick, October 19, 2010
3. Sybil Ludington Monument
Photographed By Michael Herrick, October 19, 2010
4. Sculptor's Mark
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 25, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 2,228 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 25, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
