Hector in Schuyler County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
William Wickham
William Wickham
First settler in
town of Hector 1791.
Direct descendant of
Earl of Wykham
Erected 1932 by State Education Department.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1791.
Location. 42° 28.499′ N, 76° 52.109′ W. Marker is in Hector, New York, in Schuyler County. Marker is at the intersection of New York State Route 414 and Sunset Shores on State Route 414. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hector NY 14841, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. General Poor's Brigade (approx. 1.4 miles away); General Clinton's Brigade (approx. 1˝ miles away); General Maxwell's Brigade (approx. 1˝ miles away); Gen. Hand's Light Corps (approx. 1.7 miles away); First Presbyterian Church (approx. 1.8 miles away); Peach Orchard (approx. 1.9 miles away); Early Settler (approx. 2.1 miles away); Woolen Mill (approx. 3.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hector.
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