Downtown in Stamford in Western Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Charles E. Rowell
Photographed by Michael Herrick, November 30, 2010
1. Charles E. Rowell Marker
Is Erected to The
Memory Of
Charles E. Rowell
Mayor of Stamford
Jan. 1, 1911 to Dec. 31, 1913
Born May 2, 1849
Died March 29, 1914
A skilfull physician, a loyal friend,
an efficient public officer, he
served the truth as he saw it with
singular courage and devotion.
"One who never turned his back but
Marched breast forward,
Never doubted clouds would break,
Never dreamed, though right
Were worsted, wring would triumph,
Held, we fall to rise, are baffled
To fight better, sleep to wake"
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Science & Medicine. A significant historical month for this entry is March 1862.
Location. 41° 3.157′ N, 73° 32.553′ W. Marker is in Stamford in Western Region, Connecticut. It is in Downtown. It is at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Main Street, on the left when traveling north on Washington Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Stamford CT 06901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the Connecticut Shoreline, on the Gold Coast, and in Greater Bridgeport. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. 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 Fairfield County and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Christopher Columbus (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Edward A. Connell Heritage Park (about 600 feet away); Stamford Old Town Hall (approx.
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Photographed by Michael Herrick, November 30, 2010
2. Charles E. Rowell Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on December 9, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,051 times since then and 77 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 9, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
