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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Rockland County, New York

 
Clickable Map of Rockland County, New York and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Rockland County, NY (267) Orange County, NY (563) Putnam County, NY (138) Westchester County, NY (302) Bergen County, NJ (427) Passaic County, NJ (138)  RocklandCounty(267) Rockland County (267)  OrangeCounty(563) Orange County (563)  PutnamCounty(138) Putnam County (138)  WestchesterCounty(302) Westchester County (302)  BergenCountyNew Jersey(427) Bergen County (427)  PassaicCounty(138) Passaic County (138)
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101 New York, Rockland County, Orangeburg — Colonial Orangetown
The “Towne of Orange” formed in the Tappan Patent grant of 1686-7 became the seat of provincial government of all Orange County, established in 1683, which then included this area, south of the mountains, set off as Rockland County in . . . Map (db m43777) HM
102 New York, Rockland County, Orangeburg — John G. Bell
Noted naturalist-taxidermist John Graham Bell (1812-89) and his wife, Ann Briggs Bell (1820-94), lived here. Mr. Bell was a pioneer in taxidermy and friend and associate of leading naturalists and ornithologists of his day. In 1843 he traveled with . . . Map (db m122290) HM
103 New York, Rockland County, Orangeburg — Orangeburg World War I Monument
In Honor of the Men Of Orangeburg, N.Y. Who Served Their Country 1917 World War 1918 *Charles Krebs   *Benjamin Logatto *Archie Engles Petro Antonio • Albert Aluise • John Buhler • Frank Edsall • Robert Edsall • James Havey • . . . Map (db m77101) WM
104 New York, Rockland County, Orangeburg — Orangeburg World War II Memorial
In Lasting Tribute To Those Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice Louis Casazza   James E. Drake   Thomas Linek In Honor Of Those Who Served Rev. William S. Ackerman • Rev. Francis J. Stauback • Rev. Lafayette W. Yarwood • George J. Adams • Andrew . . . Map (db m77104) WM
105 New York, Rockland County, Orangeburg — Shanks Village1946 - 1956
On this site many of the Camp Shanks barracks were converted into housing for World War II veterans and their families. Providing living quarters for about 4,000 people, it became the largest veterans' student housing complex in the . . . Map (db m84066) HM
106 New York, Rockland County, Orangetown — Orangetown American Revolution Bicentennial
Town of Orangetown Rockland County, N.Y. Settled 1639 by David De Vries; County seat of Orange County 1683-1764; Established by New York State 1788 from parts of Lockhart (1685), Tappan (1686) and Kakiat (1696) Patents: Home of the Orangetown . . . Map (db m138662) WM
107 New York, Rockland County, Palisades — Palisades Historic District1685
Lockhart patent Protected by the town of Orangetown Local Law est. 1968 Map (db m124115) HM
108 New York, Rockland County, Palisades — Palisades Historic District1685
Lockhart Patent Protected by the Town of Orangetown local law Est. 1968Map (db m124117) HM
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109 New York, Rockland County, Palisades — Skunk Hollow
Skunk Hollow or, “the mountain,” was a free black community from 1806-1905. The first known deed dated 1806 belonged to Jack Earnest from Palisades. In 1841, William Thompson, an African Methodist Episcopal itinerant preacher bought Jack’s house, . . . Map (db m8630) HM
110 New York, Rockland County, Pearl River — Johannes Perry House
This house stands on the north half of lot No. 42 of the Kakiat Patent bought from William Bayard by Peter Perry c. 1773. The earliest section of the existing structure was probably built by his son Johannes c. 1774. It has been enlarged . . . Map (db m84128) HM
111 New York, Rockland County, Pearl River — Salyer House
This late 18th century home- stead stands on lot no. 10 of the 1727 Kakiat Patent. Mary Salyer, daughter of Michael Salyer and Elizabeth Mabie, inherited the house and 9 acres in 1811. Among other early owners were DeClark, Aymar and . . . Map (db m84077) HM
112 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — “Watchfires”
The Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 333, Rockland County observes Memorial Day every May 30th at Piermont Pier An annual event at several locations in our country; the “Watchfires” are lit at midnight with full military . . . Map (db m84391) HM WM
113 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Bogertown
This small early 19th century community of ten houses assumed the name of its prominent colonial Dutch residents, the Bogert family. C. 1824 this road, Paradise Ave., was lengthened through the salt marshes to a 500- foot pier on the . . . Map (db m84078) HM
114 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Last Stop U.S.A.
Last Stop U.S.A. During World War Two, 40,000 U.S. troops per month, including many Piermont residents, passed this spot enroute to the end of Piermont Pier, the largest port of embarkation on the East Coast, where ships were waiting to . . . Map (db m84404) WM
115 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Onderdonk House
On May 4, 1783 General George Washington and Governor George Clinton landed near here on their way to Tappan to meet with Sir Guy Carleton, Commander-in-Chief of the British Army of North America. Here, on May 6, Washington greeted Carleton . . . Map (db m173714) HM
116 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Piermont Pier
This monument is dedicated to the many thousands of men from Camp Shanks who left this port to fight on foreign soils in defense of their country during World War II. Their dedication and sacrifice have made America the proud and safe nation it is . . . Map (db m84390) WM
117 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Piermont Stationand the Northern Railroad
Completed in 1859, the Northern connected Jersey City to Upper Piermont (today's Sparkill) and then to Piermont. By 1860, it branched west to Monsey. On May 21, 1870, along this route, known today as the Erie Path, the line was extended north from . . . Map (db m138616) HM
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118 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Roll of HonorRobert Gair Company
1941   Roll of Honor   1945 Robert Gair Company, Inc. Dedicated To The Following Employees Who Entered The Armed Forces Of Our Country In World War II Leon Aamold • James R. Ainsworth • Charles Albanese • Victor Alfieri • Donald A. Argenti . . . Map (db m84405) WM
119 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — Sneden House
Home, c. 1800 of John Sneden, Jr. (1770-1821), shipbuilder on the Slote, grandson of famed Dobbs- Sneden ferrywoman Molly Sneden and son of patriot John Sneden. John, Jr. married Phebe Gesner of prominent shipbuilding family. Their 6th . . . Map (db m127922) HM
120 New York, Rockland County, Piermont — The Flywheel: A Monument to Piermont's Industrial Past
flywheel: (noun) A heavy-rimmed rotating wheel that uses its momentum to minimize speed variation in a machine. Workers installed this flywheel in 1902 as part of the Piermont Paper Company's steam driven electrical system. Piermont . . . Map (db m138606) HM
121 New York, Rockland County, Pomona — Ladentown United Methodist Church
Built in 1865, this church was an outgrowth of the Wesley Chapel, located a few miles to the south. In 1862 a group of residents felt the need for their own church and were sent their first pastor, the Rev. George D. Carmichael, in 1863. His . . . Map (db m84088) HM
122 New York, Rockland County, Pomona — Pig Knoll School
Architect Walter Robb Wilder designed this one-room schoolhouse in 1915 for Ramapo District Eleven in which he owned a farmstead. Attended by neighborhood children for 16 years, the school later became the West Pomona Community . . . Map (db m84072) HM
123 New York, Rockland County, Sloatsburg — Ramapo ValleyHistoric New York
          The steep, barren Ramapo Mountains, with elevations of less than 1300 feet, isolated this region from the mainstream of developments in the Hudson Valley. The Ramapo River, flowing from Round Lake near Monroe into New Jersey, provided a . . . Map (db m56696) HM
124 New York, Rockland County, Sloatsburg — Sloat House & Inn
Original house built around 1755 by Ramapo Pass pioneer, Stephen Sloat. It served as a command post under captain Sloat to prevent British troops from moving north through the pass. The Sloat family also operated an inn offering lodging and meals, . . . Map (db m64693) HM
125 New York, Rockland County, Sloatsburg — Sloatsburg Cemetery
The earliest burial was that of Pvt. John Sloat, killed at the Sloat House in 1781 during the Revolutionary War. The Sloat Family burial plot was created in 1832, and by 1851, other families began utilizing the area west of the Sloat Plot as a . . . Map (db m138629) HM
126 New York, Rockland County, Sloatsburg — The Glenwood Hotel
This building existed in the late 1890s as a rooming house for workers in the mills of Sloatsburg until around 1950. The ground floor of the building was converter into a restaurant, circa 1904 by Henry & Kathleen Tobin, offering open-air dining on . . . Map (db m82148) HM
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127 New York, Rockland County, Sloatsburg — Torne Brook Farm
This elegant mansion of eclectic styles was built in the early 1870's by Charles T. Pierson. His grandfather, Jeremiah H. Pierson, founded the Ramapo Iron Works which operated nearby from 1795 to 1851. Charles T. Person opened the . . . Map (db m84062) HM
128 New York, Rockland County, South Nyack — Carson McCullers1917 – 1967
Carson McCullers, writer and dramatist, made this house her home from 1945 to her death on September 29, 1967. Born in Columbus, Ga., on February 19, 1917, she achieved fame with The Heart is a Lonely Hunter 1940 and Reflections in a . . . Map (db m44279) HM
129 New York, Rockland County, South Nyack — Couch Court
Built in 1854 for A. J. Storms of the Storms Tub & Pail Factory. 1875-1882 home of Edwin Stillwell, Captain of the Nyack-Tarrytown Ferry. Purchased 1885 by the Couch Family. Dr. Louis Couch used the tower for his Homeopathic practice. Daughter . . . Map (db m44276) HM
130 New York, Rockland County, South Nyack — Stephen Rowe Bradley Sr. Park
Shortly before his death, community leader and benefactor Stephen Rowe Bradley, Sr. (b. 1836; d. 1910) expressed his intent to donate 212 acres of his land to the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. His heirs implemented his wishes and . . . Map (db m84087) HM
131 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Bridge Street Bridge Over The Sparkill CreekBuilt 1880 - King Iron Bridge Company
The Bridge Street Bridge was constructed in 1880 by the King Iron Bridge Company of Cleveland Ohio. It survives as a unique example of a small late 19th century hand operated mechanical drawbridge. The lifting system dates back to drawbridge designs . . . Map (db m96445) HM
132 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Christ Episcopal Church of Piermont and Sparkill
Organized March 1, 1848 and incorporated April 10, 1848 in Piermont, the church, the oldest Episcopal congregation in Rockland County, first held services in the Lime Kiln Building, Piermont, purchased from Eleazor Lord (1788-1871).The present . . . Map (db m78863) HM
133 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Gravesite of General John Charles Frémont1813 – 1890 — Explorer, Pathmarker, Mapper of the Oregon Trail —
Atop Rockland Cemetery lies the grave of he whose exploration in the 1840s opened the way west for countless settlers, who issued the first Emancipation Proclamation and who saved the west for the Union in 1861. From the ashes of his campfires . . . Map (db m8606) HM
134 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — John Charles FremontRear Admiral U.S. Navy
Born   April 19, 1851 – Died   March 7, 1911 A brilliant Officer and a successful commander holding more independent commands during his life time than any of his contemporaries. The United States ships Pinta, Drift, Culgoa, torpedo boats . . . Map (db m42561) HM
135 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — John Charles FremontCaptain United States Navy (Ret’d)
Born   February 26, 1880 Died   October 13, 1957 A brilliant Officer and a successful commander Served in Spanish-American War on U.S.S. St. Louis Later saw service in China Squadron In World War I served with distinction in command of destroyer . . . Map (db m42563) HM
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136 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail
Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail This project was designed and constructed by the New York State Deparirment of Transportation in partnership with the Town of Orangetown Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Joseph B. Clarke was the Superintendent . . . Map (db m111973) HM
137 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Sparkill Korean War Monument
For God and Country In Memory of Those Who Served And For Those Known Only to God Korea 1950 – 1955 John M. Perry Post No. 1044 American LegionMap (db m111963) WM
138 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Sparkill Veterans Memorial
Dedicated To The Memory Of The Men Who Served And To Those Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice ★ Vincent DeLongis ★ George Pinto ★ Bernard Haring ★ Moses Yadanza ★ Joseph Cardillo ★ Anthony Tudesco . . . Map (db m111961) WM
139 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Sparkill Veterans Monument
Dedicated To All Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice In The Preservation of Our Freedoms and to The Men and Women of This Community Who Have Served or Are Currently Serving In the Armed Forces Of the United States The John . . . Map (db m111962) WM
140 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Sparkill Viet-Nam War Monument
For God and Country In Memory of Those Who Served And For Those Known Only to God Viet-Nam 1961 – 1975 John M. Perry Post No. 1044 American LegionMap (db m111964) WM
141 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — Sparkill World War I Memorial
Dedicated To The Memory of The Men of Orangeburg, Palisades, Piermont Sparkill and Tappan Who Died In The Great World War 1917 – 1919 Rev. Hedley T. Cooper · Archibald J. Engle · Carmine Formato · H. Leroy Kline · Charles W. . . . Map (db m111971) WM
142 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — St. Charles A.M.E. Zion Church
This church built in 1897 is successor to the Skunk Hollow Mountain Church of 1856 (Methodist Episcopal Church of Coloured People) and the 1865 Swamp Church of Palisades (an A.M.E. Zion Church), both organized by the Reverend . . . Map (db m84065) HM
143 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — 1700 Cemetery
Ramapo pioneers and heroes of American battles. Buried here is Dan Beard, founder of Boy Scouts of America.Map (db m138330) HM
144 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — 1786 Schoolhouse
Built on land granted to the Dutch Church for meeting and school houses by Capt. Aury Blauvelt. Second school in Rockland County.Map (db m138328) HM
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145 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — Brick ChurchProtestant Dutch Church of Kakeath (Kakiat)
Estab. 1774 as Prot. Dutch Reformed Church of Kakeath on land from Teunis Cuyper. Initial church built 1778. Present church built 1856.Map (db m27678) HM
146 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — Daniel Carter BeardUncle Dan — June 21, 1850 - June 11, 1941 —
Daniel Carter Beard served with distinction as our first National Scout Commissioner from 1910 to 1941. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, from 1928 until his death in 1941, Uncle Den called Brooklands in Suffern, Rockland County, New York his home. . . . Map (db m138407) HM
147 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — First Town Hall
of town of Ramapo to 1801 built in early 1700’s by T. Cuyper. Parsonage from 1837 under Dom. Peter Allen.Map (db m138329) HM
148 New York, Rockland County, Spring Valley — Reformed Protestant Dutch Church of Kakeath
Inception • Sept. 28th First Divine Service • Oct. 2nd Established • Dec. 4th, 1774 First Consistory Elders Cornelius Smith • Abraham DeBaun Rynier Quackenbos • Johannes Smith Deacons Jacob Servant • Petrus DeMarest . . . Map (db m138421) HM
149 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — "I … imagined them to be British Troops, but found my mistake by being wounded and taken prisoner."
During the night of the attack, Captain Francis Tew was stationed near the abatis with four companies of the 17th Regiment, part of the total British garrison of 564 men. On this spot, a small defensive position called flech #2 had been . . . Map (db m11632) HM
150 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — “… the enemy entered the upper work at the barrier at the same time I did.”
Here, by the innermost abatis, a British eight-inch howitzer – an artillery weapon that could hurl a 45-pound explosive shell a distance of 1900 yards – was aimed towards the shallow waters of Haverstraw Bay to guard the southern flank of Stony . . . Map (db m11643) HM
151 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — “… with the greatest Intrepidity and coolness.”
Near this location passed the north column of 300 American Light Infantry, commanded by Colonel Richard Butler of Pennsylvania. On the rocky height in front of you was the Flagstaff Battery, which mounted a 12-pounder cannon. This weapon, like many . . . Map (db m11660) HM
152 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — “By the light occasioned by the flash of the gun I could perceive a body of them...”
Fleche #1 was situated on this hill, and mounted a brass 12-pounder cannon (one which fired a 12-pound ball) under the command of Lieutenant William Horndon, of the Royal Artillery. Horndon was unaware that the shots from Major Murfree’s Light . . . Map (db m11635) HM
153 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — “For God’s sake, why is the Artillery here not being made use of?”
In front of you is the Upper Works, and inside were two flank batteries, each with large ship guns. Lieutenant John Roberts of the Royal Artillery went to the left battery, nearest the bay, after the first shots of the attack were fired: Captain . . . Map (db m11646) HM
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154 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — “The fort and garrison, with Col. Johnson, are ours.”
You are now inside the remains of the Upper Works. Within 15 minutes of each other, the two columns of American Light Infantry converged on the flanks of these fortifications. Lieutenant Colonel Francois de Fleury, a French engineer and . . . Map (db m11649) HM
155 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — 17th British Regiment of Foot
British War Veterans of America, Inc. New York Branch of the British Legion erected this plaque to perpetuate the memories of men of the 17th British Regiment of Foot who died near this spot defending the Stony Point fortification against General . . . Map (db m11621) HM
156 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — A Crucial Crossing
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail During the American Revolution, King’s Ferry was the most secure Hudson River crossing north of British-held New York City. It was the key connecting New England with the rest . . . Map (db m165722) HM
157 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — British Defenses: The Outer Works
After cutting down most of the trees at Stony Point to reduce cover for potential attackers and create a “field of fire” for artillery, the British constructed two sets of fortifications – the Outer Works, located near the present museum building – . . . Map (db m11626) HM
158 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — British Defenses: The Upper Works
The Upper Works was the main British defensive position. As in the Outer Works, an abatis spanned the width of the peninsula. Included in the abatis were artillery positions, but these weapons, mostly heavy ship guns, were intended for long-range, . . . Map (db m11642) HM
159 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Capture of Stony Point
This tablet is to commemorate the heroic capture of the fortress of Stony Point by troops of the Light Infantry under the command of Maj. Gen. “Mad” Anthony Wayne the night of July 15-16, 1779 Erected by the Jewish War Veterans of . . . Map (db m11617) HM
160 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Cheesecoate
In 1702 Indians of the Haverstraw deeded this land and environs to a group of settlersMap (db m201709) HM
161 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Commerce and the Hudson River
The Hudson River has always been a major avenue of New York State’s economy. During the 19th century, many industries, large and small, sprang up along its shores. To the south of Stony Point, beds of rich clay near Haverstraw Bay were utilized to . . . Map (db m11695) HM
162 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Flight 6231Northwest Airlines Flight 6231
On December 1, 1974 a Northwest Orient Airlines Boeing 727 flying between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Buffalo, NY, encountered atmospheric icing and crashed on this site. Flight 6231 was operating a ferry flight, having been chartered . . . Map (db m134172) HM
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163 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Fraser’s Highlanders
On the rise in front of you was located fleche #3, where the British had placed a brass 12-pounder cannon and two 5 and ½-inch mortars, called Royals, to defend the right flank of the outer abatis. In addition, two Grenadier companies of the 71st . . . Map (db m11681) HM
164 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Intrigue at King’s Ferry
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail The crucial King’s Ferry crossing between Stony Point and Verplanck was guarded on both sides of the river by small American garrisons for most of the Revolutionary War. . . . Map (db m165772) HM
165 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — James A. Farley Memorial Bridge
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166 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — King’s Ferry
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167 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — King’s Ferry Reported permanently removed
Below you, between Stony Point and Verplanck’s Point on the opposite shore, the Hudson River narrows to a width of three-quarters of a mile. All travelers, Continental Army troops, supplies, communications, both military and civil, passing between . . . Map (db m166069) HM
168 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Opportunities Missed and Taken
“I was surprised when I viewed in the morning the difficulties our troops surmounted,”     wrote Captain Champion. “This piece of ground was fortified by all British art and industry ….” . . . Map (db m11653) HM
169 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point 9-11 Memorial
The Charles R. Lewis VFW Post Is Proud To Honor All the Victims Who Perished on 9/11/01 in the WTC Especially The Five Victims From Stony Point Janet Alonso Robert McCarthy Luke Nee Gerald O'Leary Thomas Schoales God Bless . . . Map (db m37058) HM
170 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Battlefield
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171 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Battlefield
Stony Point Battlefield has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the . . . Map (db m11619) HM
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172 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site
On the night of July 15-16, 1779, Brigadier General Anthony Wayne of Pennsylvania led the American Light Infantry in a midnight assault against a British force that had occupied Stony Point. Approximately one hour later, the garrison had been . . . Map (db m11708) HM
173 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Battlefield Today
In the early 20th century, a number of stone structures were constructed here by the American Scenic and Historic Preservation Society. After the State purchased the site in 1897, the administration was turned over to the Society and the site . . . Map (db m11663) HM
174 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Cannon Memorial1779 - 1997
From the Revolutionary soldier led by General Anthony Wayne in the Battle of Stony Point and to all past wars this cannon memorial is dedicated to all veterans living and deceased who have fought bravely to preserve our independence and everlasting . . . Map (db m33069) HM
175 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point State Park
Left Tablet: Stony Point A British Outpost commanding the King’s Ferry Assaulted and taken July 15-16, 1779 by the Corps of light infantry commanded by Anthony Wayne Renamed Fort Wayne Acquired by the State of New York 1897 The American Scenic . . . Map (db m8257) HM
176 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Veterans Monument
1776 – 1976 Dedicated to all veterans living and dead of all American wars who fought to ensure this great country’s freedomMap (db m33071) HM
177 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Stony Point Veterans Monument
WW I   1917 – 1918 In Flanders Field Loved and Were Loved And Now We Lie In Flanders Field By John McCrea The War to End All Wars President Woodrow Wilson WW II   1941 – 1945 Pearl Harbor Dec. 7th 1941 A Day . . . Map (db m37059) WM
178 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The American Strategy
In reaction to Sir Henry Clinton’s move against Stony Point, the Continental Army marched north from New Jersey, to protect West Point, and a plan was devised to counter the British advance. Apprised of the formidable British defenses at Stony . . . Map (db m190324) HM
179 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian National Scenic Trail, designated a linear National Park by the 1968 National Trails System Act, is a continuous, marked public footpath extending approximately 2,144 miles from Mount Katahdin, Maine to Springer Mountain, Georgia . . . Map (db m29869) HM
180 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The Battle’s Aftermath
Although Stony Point and Verplanck’s Point became a focus of British strategy in 1779, they had shown interest in the Hudson Highlands before. On October 6, 1777, the British had landed here and attacked Forts Clinton and Montgomery, seven miles to . . . Map (db m186793) HM
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181 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The British Occupy Stony Point
In late May 1779, a British force of more than 6000 men captured the Hudson River and the small American fort at Verplanck’s Point on the opposite shore. These strategic locations guarded the southern entrance to the Hudson Highlands. The British . . . Map (db m11624) HM
182 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The Lighthouse at Stony Point
In the 19th century, improved navigational aids were required, as the number of commercial vessels increased. In 1825, the Erie Canal was opened, allowing ships to sail from the Great lakes to the Atlantic Ocean by way of the Hudson River, a tidal . . . Map (db m11693) HM
183 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The Palisades Interstate Parkway Scenic Byway Corridor
It Began with a Boom Just over a century ago, more than a thousand cubic yards of the Palisades Cliffs were being blasted away every day for a growing New York in need of roads and foundations. The constant explosions could be felt and heard . . . Map (db m44589) HM
184 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — The Path to Victory
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail In 1781, the American and French allies combined their armies at a pivotal turning point in the Revolutionary War. Under the command of General George Washington and French . . . Map (db m165738) HM
185 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Veterans Memorials at Waldron Spring
Erected by The Citizens of the Town of Stony Point In Grateful Appreciation of the Noble Sacrifice of These Sons Who Gave Their Lives and in Recognition of Those Who Fought in the 1917 - World War - 1919 Erected in Memory of Those Who Served and . . . Map (db m104902) WM
186 New York, Rockland County, Stony Point — Washington Tree
On this site stood the walnut tree where under its branches Gen. George Washington paid his troops. 1779Map (db m33209) HM
187 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Ben Walker / Vincenzo "Vinny" Tamburro
In memory of Ben Walker (1960-2001) Ben Walker became a part of the Suffern community later in life, moving to the Village in 1995 at the age of 35. Ben, who was born in England, immediately became part of the . . . Map (db m191538) HM
188 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Horse Watering Trough
Located at the center of Laffayette & Orange Avenue in the Late 1800’s. Built at the Hillburn Granite Quarry, by James Rice Sr., father of James Rice Mayor of Suffern for 16 years. Donated by: The Mayor and the Zeck Family Suffern Chamber . . . Map (db m24981) HM
189 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Indian Rock
This 17,300-ton Proterozoic granite gneiss is .8-1.2 billion years old. Originating between the Ramapo Mountains and Hudson Highlands, this glacial erratic was deposited here by the Laurentide Ice Sheet approximately 21,000 years ago. This . . . Map (db m215815) HM
190 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Lt. John Fitzgerald Ginley / Richard Edward Bosco
In memory of Lt. John Fitzgerald Ginley (1964-2001) Lt. John F. Ginley was part of a firefighter's family. His father, Joe, served in the New York City Fire Department as did three of his brothers. John was promoted to . . . Map (db m191537) HM
191 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Rochambeau’s Encampment1781 – 1782
After crossing the Hudson, Commander-in-chief of the French army in America, General Jean-Baptiste Rochambeau, encamped here with his 5000 troops en route from Newport, R.I. to Virginia. Joining with Gen. Washington, the two armies hurried to . . . Map (db m189603) HM
192 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Soldier’s Monument
The ground at this intersection, “Historic Crossroads of the American Revolution,” had long been a grassy triangle. In 1908 Charles E. Suffern gave the village this cannon, and the stone wall was built around it. Some residents, disliking the new . . . Map (db m24978) HM
193 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Suffern Grammar School
A one-room schoolhouse, Suffern's first, was erected nearby circa 1853. In 1880 a five-room schoolhouse was built on this site. By 1901 a brick school was constructed for $25,000 to accommodate a growing student population. As more students . . . Map (db m84082) HM
194 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Suffern’s Tavern
Erected     Oct. 4, 1924 Site of Suffern’s Tavern a noted hostelry of the Revolution Headquarters of • General • George Washington • July 15th to 20th, 1777 • Headquarters of Colonel Aaron Burr commanding the troops guarding the Ramapo . . . Map (db m24974) HM
195 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Suffern's Depot, 1841-1941
As the gateway to the Ramapo Pass, Suffern became an important stop after the Erie Railroad laid its tracks from the Piermont Pier in 1841. In 1848, rails were extended from Jersey City to Suffern. From this period to the mid 20th century . . . Map (db m84081) HM
196 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — This Cannon “Independence” 1776 – 1908
This cannon “Independence” used at the Battle of Long Island, Aug. 27th, 1776, was purchased by the Union Hill Association in 1851 and presented by the only surviving member, Chas. E. Suffern, to the Village of Suffern on April 23rd, . . . Map (db m24973) HM
197 New York, Rockland County, Suffern — Viola United Methodist Church
The Methodist Episcopal Church of Mechanicsville, an outgrowth of the Wesley Chapel, was built in 1856 and derived its name from the community, known for the mills and industry which thrived in the area. In 1882 the first post office . . . Map (db m84074) HM
198 New York, Rockland County, Tappan — “76 House”
Where Major John Andre, British spy, plotter with Arnold, to deliver West Point, was confined before his execution.Map (db m7304) HM
199 New York, Rockland County, Tappan — Andre Monument Reported missing
On the hill south is the site of the gallows where Major John Andre, British spy, was hanged, and buried, on Oct. 2, 1780.Map (db m59755) HM
200 New York, Rockland County, Tappan — André Monument
Here died, October 2, 1780, Major John Andre of the British Army who, entering the American lines on a secret mission to Benedict Arnold for the surrender of West Point, was taken prisoner, tried and condemned as a spy. His death, though according . . . Map (db m166357) HM

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