New London in Southeastern Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Revolutionary New London
The Fight for Liberty
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 9, 2011
1. Revolutionary New London Marker
When the Lexington Alarm was sounded in April 1775, three militia companies from New London and surrounding towns responded immediately. Within a month, six new regiments were formed with two New London companies participating in the Battle of Bunker Hill. In July another two regiments were formed; Nathan Hale was appointed lieutenant of one of these; It was an era of brave and self-denying men and the number who performed deeds worthy of remembrance was sizable.
British warships ruled Long Island Sound and New London feared an attack at any time. Merchantmen and even fishermen were forced to stay in port. Fortifications were erected, and the populace was in fear and unsettled. From the beginning to the close of the Revolution a cloud of depressing gloom hung over New London. With her mariners and tradesmen deprived of employment and her merchants impoverished or bankrupt, the shadows grew deeper from year to year. In self-defense, her residents turned to privateering. While this hazardous course rarely led to profit, the attacks and losses became a significant thorn in the side of the British.
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Location. 41° 21.264′ N, 72° 5.627′ W. Marker is in New London in Southeastern Region, Connecticut. It is at the intersection of Water Street and State Street, on the left when traveling north on Water Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New London CT 06320, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on the Connecticut Shoreline and in the Thames River Valley. 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 New London County and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Nathan Hale (here, next to this marker); Revolutionary War Privateering (here, next to this marker); Nathan Hale Schoolhouse (a few steps from this marker); New London Soldiers & Sailors Monument
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 9, 2011
2. New London Markers
Several markers are located in the plaza at New London. The Revolutionary New London marker is seen here on the left.
Photographed by Bill Coughlin, October 9, 2011
3. Revolutionary New London Marker
The marker is located near the Nathan Hale Schoolhouse, seen in the background.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 14, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 774 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 14, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
