East Shore in New Haven in New Haven County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
In Honor of Captain Nathan Hale
Captain Nathan Hale
1755 – 1776
Patriot – Soldier – Martyr
I Only Regret That I Have But
One Life To Lose For My Country
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1755.
Location. 41° 16.248′ N, 72° 54.19′ W. Marker is in New Haven, Connecticut, in New Haven County. It is in East Shore. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Woodward Avenue and Pope Street, on the right when traveling south. Located in the Memorial Flag Court at Black Rock Fort. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: East Haven CT 06512, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Oyster Industry in New Haven (within shouting distance of this marker); Society of The Cincinnati Memorial (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Black Rock Fort (about 700 feet away); Fort Nathan Hale (about 700 feet away); Patriots of New Haven Memorial (about 700 feet away); In Memory of George Pardee (approx. half a mile away); East Shore Park (approx. 0.6 miles away); Roll of Honor (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Haven.
More about this marker. The statue of Nathan Hale in the center of the flag court is missing. An identical statue can be seen in Bristol and Yale University (see the related markers).
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. These statues of Nathan Hale are identical to the missing one.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 14, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,173 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. submitted on September 14, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.