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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Adjacent to Plymouth County, Massachusetts
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| | Bastion C is the only bastion retaining its original form and protective outworks. It is one of five arrowhead-shaped corners which were built as the fort’s strongest strategic locations. The bastion form was developed in Italy at the end of the . . . — — Map (db m62578) HM |
| | Battery Bartlett was built in the 1890's atop the fort's original earthen ravelin (triangular fortification in front of the bastions). A major upgrade to earlier batteries, it protected the Nantasket Roads and the Narrows Channels into Boston and . . . — — Map (db m59209) HM |
| | Harbor mines and cables fill the pier during the Second World War. Built in 1906, the mine-storage building (background) now houses the visitor’s center. (Inscription below the title) Countering the threat of the submarine, the U.S. military mined . . . — — Map (db m62557) HM |
| | From this vantage point it is possible to see the principal elements of Ft. Warren’s defense system. These are based on the 17th century, military theories developed by Louis XIV’s chief engineer, Sebastien de Vauban, and were modified to meet 19th . . . — — Map (db m62581) HM |
| | Both Union Soldiers training at Ft. Warren and Confederate prisoners of war were quartered along this side of the fort, often in adjoining rooms. his area also contained a schoolroom, 1900-volume library, and a chapel which was used almost daily by . . . — — Map (db m59282) HM |
| | Despite the prison's island location, a few Civil War prisoners tried to escape-in the end, always unsuccessfully. Among them was Pvt. Charles Sawyer, a Union deserter who widened this narrow musketry "loophole" (opening to the right), supposedly by . . . — — Map (db m59283) HM |
| | Completed 1895 • Dedicated 1986 — — Map (db m118210) HM |
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Dedicated
to all
Veterans
who served
in the defense
of our country — — Map (db m118245) WM |
| | Myles Standish Burying ground is the oldest maintained cemetery in the United States. This sacred ground has been cared for by the town of Duxbury Massachusetts, and takes its name from Myles Standish, military leader of the Plymouth colony who was . . . — — Map (db m56227) HM |
| | Capt. Myles Standish. (c. 1584 - October 3, 1656) was one of the passengers aboard the Mayflower, arriving in Plymouth Colony in the late-fall of 1620. Little is known of his early life and career. He was most likely raised in . . . — — Map (db m147415) HM |
| | 1764-1857 Ezra Weston “King Caesar” and descendants Homestead ropewalk & wharf 1840 Largest ship owners in America — — Map (db m147477) HM |
| | Site of the homestead of Captain Myles Standish the military leader of Plymouth Colony — — Map (db m149524) HM |
| | Capt. John Alden, Sr. (c. 1599 - September 12, 1687) was a crew member aboard the Mayflower and arrived in Plymouth Colony in the late-fall of 1620. It is believed that he was from the Alden family of Harwich, England, homeport of the Mayflower. . . . — — Map (db m159950) HM |
| | Nathaniel Winsor, Jr. House A Property of The Duxbury Rural & Historical Society
www.duxburyhistory.org
Federal Homes on Washington St. The term “Federal” refers to an architectural style popular between 1780-1830. It is . . . — — Map (db m150422) HM |
| | Site of land granted to Philip in 1637 by the Plymouth Colony Court. Born in Leiden, a Huguenot, he came to the Plymouth Colony on the “Fortune” in 1621. A Purchaser, he helped repay the Colony’s debts to English merchants. Well . . . — — Map (db m150282) HM |
| | Reynolds-Maxwell Garden
Around 1800, this area of the Blue Fish River was thriving with shipyards, wharves, saw pits, mills and warehouses. By 1900, Duxbury Village (as it was known then) was Duxbury's main commercial district with livery . . . — — Map (db m149421) HM |
| | Shipyard Center 1830-1845 Here were located shipyards of Sam L Frazar · Levi Sampson · Ezra Weston · Deacon Geo Loring — — Map (db m147845) HM |
| | Site of First Church
1632
First Minister
1637-1658
Ralph Partridge — — Map (db m56241) HM |
| | Site of First School House Erected 1715 Land donated by Benjamin Schandler — — Map (db m150229) HM |
| | Site of Ford’s Store N. 85o W. 43’ 1826 Established Jas. T. Ford & Co. 1853 Nath’l Ford & Sons Burned 1921 — — Map (db m150370) HM |
| | Site of Nook Gate Here a palisade was erected across the Nook in 1634 This palisade was a high fence to prevent cattle from straying and probably to keep the Indians out Town of Duxbury 1940 — — Map (db m147749) HM |
| | Site of Point School N. 45° W. 8 ft. 1800-1879 “Mattakesett Republic” First Student Gov’t 1840 — — Map (db m147436) HM |
| | Site of second meeting house 1700 1785 40 x 33 x 17 Ministers John Robinson 1702 1738 Samuel Veazie 1738 1750 Charkes Turner 1755 1775 Zedekiah Sanger 1776 1786 Town of Duxbury 1939 — — Map (db m158486) HM |
| | Site of Tide Grist Mills First – 1766 Second -1855 Demolished 1877 — — Map (db m147846) HM |
| | The Beginning of the Bradford House “How comes the house, not quite finished yet I suppose…” Gershom Bradford aboard the brig Mercury, to his wife Sally, December 31, 1807. Sarah (Sally) Hickling Bradford supervised the . . . — — Map (db m150330) HM |
| | Tree of Knowledge 1774-1845 Mail box on oak tree for post riders and stages between Plymouth and Boston — — Map (db m150188) HM |
| | Welcome to the Old Burying Ground, c. 1632-1787 The Old Burying Ground (also known as the Myles Standish Burying Ground) is the oldest maintained cemetery in the United States. The first burials occurred here as early as 1632, shortly after . . . — — Map (db m147784) HM |
| | Site of elder William Brewster’s Homestead N. 85o W. 420 ft. Marked by lilacs brought from Holland — — Map (db m149591) HM |
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With malice toward none
with charity for all
[Dedicated] September 1939
This monument is presented to the
Citizens of Hingham
by Everett E Whitney
in fond memory of
his father Jason W Whitney
his mother Lydia A Whitney
his wife . . . — — Map (db m118181) HM |
| | First Meeting House raised shortly after the gathering of the church in 1635 within a palisade.
First Burying Ground, First School House built prior to 1661.
Fort erected in 1676.
These landmarks were located upon this hill, the . . . — — Map (db m2850) HM |
| | Erected in 1681, it is the oldest church structure in the United States to have been used continuously for public worship. Samuel Lincoln, original American ancestor of Abraham Lincoln, worshipped here regularly. — — Map (db m48810) HM |
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This flagpole was erected and dedicated
on June 14, 1986
through the determination of
Robert F. Beal, Jr., Vietnam Veteran
and kind generosity of Thomas Hastings
In memory of the
POW/MIA’s still held in Southeast Asia
With the . . . — — Map (db m118130) WM |
| | In grateful memory of Reverend Peter Hobart and that company of English men and women who founded the town of Hingham, landing near this spot in September, 1635 — — Map (db m2851) HM |
| | Samuel Lincoln, ancestor of President Abraham Lincoln, and one of the eight early settlers of Hingham bearing that name, purchased this land in 1649. Seven generations of Lincoln descendants lived here. — — Map (db m42633) HM |
| |
Renowned coloratura soprano, noted
both in Europe and America for her
marvelous voice, her wonderful art,
and charming personality.
Passed to spirit life April 3, 1925.
With deepest sorrow we mourn and cry
"Until we meet again" Goodby, . . . — — Map (db m118054) HM |
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Near this site was buried
a British Marine,
mortally wounded
at the
Battle of Boston Light
July 31, 1775 — — Map (db m118048) HM |
| | Dedicated July 14th by the Republic of France and the people of Hull in celebration of the United States of America bicentennial. In grateful tribute to the French sailors and marines who served and died at Fort Independence during the American . . . — — Map (db m56068) HM |
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To honor the
Gold Star Mothers of Hull
in memory of their sons
who died in the service
of their country
that liberty might live
World War I
Marie Long • Mary Howard • Esther Mitchell
Mary Shaw • Margaret Canary
World War II . . . — — Map (db m118113) WM |
| | Indian region called Natascot, a fishing station as early as 1622 settled by the Puritans 1630. Name changed to Hull 1644. — — Map (db m48032) HM |
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Indian region called Natascot, a fishing station as early as 1622 settled by the Puritans 1630. Name changed to Hull 1644. — — Map (db m48033) HM |
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Poet • Patriot
Friend of Freedom
and Humanity
Ardent lover of
his native country
Devoted to his
adopted land
Born in Ireland • June 28 1844
Died on this spot • His summer home
August 10 1890
Memorial erected by the . . . — — Map (db m118046) HM |
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Irish Patriot, Activist for Minority Rights,
Poet, Editor of The Pilot
——————————
Mary Murphy O'Reilly
Journalist for The Young Crusader
pen name: Agnes Smiley . . . — — Map (db m118045) HM |
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Built on the site of the
Old Hunt Estate
——————————
Susanna Haswell Rowson
(daughter)
Early Womens' Rights Advocate, Actress, Poet
Educator, Novelist, Author of . . . — — Map (db m118047) HM |
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Memories of Paragon Park
In the year 1905 Paragon Park opened as an ocean front resort amusement park at Nantasket Beach, Massachusetts. Rose and David Stone acquired this popular palatial playground in 1920 and they were later joined by . . . — — Map (db m118042) HM |
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Interred herein are approximately
100 men, women and children
known only to God.
Victims of shipwrecks
on our shores, nearby islands
or shoals, from
1860 to 1898.
Erected in their memory — — Map (db m118049) HM |
| | Originally an open courtyard, Bastion A was roofed over, probably in the 1870's to accommodate new artillery-15-inch Rodman Guns. The new space was divided into an indoor drill hall, a powder magazine and a storage area for wagons and gun carriages. . . . — — Map (db m59208) HM |
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The People of the Town of Hull
remember those who served their country
Forget 'Nam'? Never!
[bronze relief]
Dedicated June 23, 2013 — — Map (db m118115) WM |
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Hull pays tribute
to her valiant sons
who have upheld the
honor of her traditions
in the service of their country
Dedicated May 30 MCMXXIV
Monument Re-built 1949
[War Reliefs]
1775 • 1812 • 1861 • 1898
1917 • 1941 • 1950 • . . . — — Map (db m118121) WM |
| | In the year 1776.
The Brig Independence
Set sail from Kingston's
Jones River to protect the ships
and coastline of
Massachusetts. — — Map (db m85499) HM |
| | This tablet is erected by
John Adams Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution
In patriotic remembrance
Daniel Webster
1782-1852
Peerless debator, a brilliant orator
A profound constitutional lawyer
A patriotic . . . — — Map (db m47057) HM |
| | The Old Marshfield Training Field and Meetinghouse of the First Parish where Daniel Webster attended church.
Home of Daniel Webster. Home of Governor Edward Winslow. Historic Winslow House is open to visitors in summer. — — Map (db m48763) HM |
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Text on the marker's plaque
From the year 1752 to 1876, at least six shipyards flourished along this waterfront from the foot of Pearl Street to Ship Street (Cannonville). The fine harbor, an abundant supply of virgin timber and a . . . — — Map (db m85630) HM |
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1752
Professional shipbuilding began. Originally, the builders used the abundant timber found in the area woods. Boats were built and launched on the Mattapoisett River. However, most of the larger ships were constructed at the . . . — — Map (db m88214) HM |
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1835
Congressman John Quincy Adams, representing the Plymouth County District, recommended to the government that a lighthouse be built in Mattapoisett.
1837
Barnabus Hiller sold four acres at Ned's point to . . . — — Map (db m88157) HM |
| | Fifty rods east is the site of the Old Fort built about 1670 as a place of defense and refuge in time of need. During King Philip’s War an Indian making insulting gestures on Indian Rock across the Nemasket River was shot from the fort. — — Map (db m154467) HM |
| | Site of the ford or wading place where the Indian trail from Plymouth to "Middleberry" (Middleborough) crossed the Nemasket River. When the town was established, 1669, its southern boundary was described as extending "Six mile from the wadeing . . . — — Map (db m48788) HM |
| | Site of the home of
Nathan Cushing
Judge of Admiralty in the Revolution
Judge of Supreme Court of Massachusetts 1789–1810
State Councilor 1779–1780 1802–1807
Dec 13, 1780 the council ordered that Nathan Cushing Esq
be . . . — — Map (db m50357) HM |
| | To Honor and Perpetuate the Memory of
John Eddy and Samuel Eddy
Arrived at Plymouth on the “Handmaid” Oct. 29, 1630
Sons of Rev. William Eddye, B.A., M, A. Cambridge, England
Vicar of St. Dunstan church, Cranbrook, Kent . . . — — Map (db m75829) HM |
| | Alexander Scammell
1747 -- 1781
Teacher Soldier Patriot
He taught the public school on this site
Colonel and Adjutant General in the
Continental Army
mortally wounded at Yorktown
This memorial dedicated by the
General . . . — — Map (db m73209) HM WM |
| | . . . — — Map (db m107444) HM |
| | Plymouth, “America’s Hometown” is the site of the first permanent settlement of English Colonists in New England. Climb aboard Mayflower II, a recreation of the ship that sailed the Pilgrims to the new world . . . and learn . . . — — Map (db m107545) HM |
| | The Pilgrams landed in Plymouth, America's Hometown, in December 1620. Covering 102 square miles, it is the largest town in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Plymouth's shoreline stretches 37 miles along Cape Cod Bay and with its boundaries lay 365 . . . — — Map (db m108370) HM |
| | Brewster Gardens Brewster Gardens was created in 1921-1923 through the imagination, dedication and persistence of several Plymount women as part of the Plymouth's Tercentenary celebration of the landing of the pilgrims. It encompasses the . . . — — Map (db m151301) HM |
| | The first English settlers (known as "The Pilgrims") built their first fort/meeting house here. The hill before you has been used for burials by Plymouth residents since the 1620s. Mayflower passengers buried here include Governor William . . . — — Map (db m73160) HM |
| | Built in 1832 by Capt. James Bartlett Master of the Barque HANNAH in the West Indies Trade. This is the third house on this site which was originally the land of Samuel Fuller of the Mayflower. Captain Bartlett’s daughter married Isaac Brewster and . . . — — Map (db m107438) HM |
| | You are standing at the corner of Leyden Street and Water Street. Leyden Street is the first street laid out in Plymouth and the location of the first Pilgrim homes. From this location one can see Cole's Hill, the Waterfront and Leyden Street . . . — — Map (db m75826) HM |
| | 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 United States. U.S. . . . — — Map (db m107424) HM |
| | This lot bounded by Middle or King St. and LeBaron Alley was once owned by Dr. Samuel Fuller of the Mayflower and was given by his wife and son to the First Church for the use of the minister. — — Map (db m107437) HM |
| | They believed in religious freedom in honor of Edward Doty Passenger on the Mayflower Erected by Descendants of Eliza Doty Gravath A pioneer to Utah in 1850 — — Map (db m107526) HM |
| | In memoriam Elder William Brewster Patriarch of the Pilgrims and their ruling elder 1609-1644 Outstanding leader of Pilgrim movement, the founding of Plimouth Plantation and the establishment of civil and religious liberty in the New World. B. at . . . — — Map (db m107522) HM |
| | This monument marks the first burying ground in Plymouth of the passengers of the MayflowerHere, under cover of darkness, the fast dwindling company laid their dead, leveling the earth above them lest the Indians should learn how many were the . . . — — Map (db m107416) HM |
| | Site of the First Fort Built in 1621 Lower part used for church Also site of the fort built in 1675 which was 100 ft sq. Sides 10½ ft high — — Map (db m107456) HM |
| | This tablet is erected by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to mark the site of the First House Built by the Pilgrims. In that house on the 27th of February 1621 new style the Right of Popular Suffrage was exercised and Miles Standish was chosen . . . — — Map (db m107431) HM |
| | In 1776 an earthwork fort was erected at the gurnet for the protection of Plymouth Harbor. It mounted six cannons and was manned by militiamen from Plymouth, Kingston, Duxbury and nearby towns. The first lighthouse, built in 1768, stood alongside . . . — — Map (db m107428) HM |
| | This Original House was built in 1745 by Isaac Doten who was the Constable for the town of Plymouth, which at that time was a British Colony under the reign of George II of England. — — Map (db m107434) HM |
| | . . . — — Map (db m107426) HM |
| | . . . — — Map (db m107455) HM |
| | Site of the house where John Alden lived while in Plymouth. This stone erected by his descendants The Alden Kindred of America 1930 — — Map (db m107378) HM |
| | has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Circa 1794 — — Map (db m107441) HM |
| | Leyden Street, originally known to the first settlers as First Street, Great Street or Broad Street, is where the Pilgrims began building their houses in the winter of 1620-21, and it has been the heart of the town ever since. Extending from the . . . — — Map (db m75830) HM |
| | H I William Bradford of Austerfield Yorkshire England. Was the son of William and Alice Bradford. He was Governor of Plymouth Colony from 1621 to 1633 1635 1637 1639 to 1643 1645 to 1657 < Rear of obelisk : > Under this stone rest . . . — — Map (db m107510) HM |
| | Great Sachem of the Wampanoags Protector and Preserver of the Pilgrims 1621 Erected by the Improved Order of Red Men
A grateful tribute 1921 — — Map (db m6207) HM |
| | After the Pilgrims’ arrival, Native Americans in New England grew increasingly frustrated with the English settlers’ abuse and treachery. Metacomet (King Philip), a son of the Wampanoag sachem known as the Massasoit (Ousamequin), called . . . — — Map (db m107448) HM |
| | Here lies buried ye body of Mr. Thomas Clarke Aged 98. Departed this life March 24, 1697. Thomas Clarke was Mate of the Mayflower according to tradition in the Plymouth and connecting Colonies. History gives his arrival in Plymouth from England in . . . — — Map (db m107462) HM |
| | Since 1970, Native Americans have gathered at noon on Cole's Hill in Plymouth to commemorate a National Day of Mourning on the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday.
Many Native Americans do not celebrate the arrival of the Pilgrims and other European . . . — — Map (db m108369) HM |
| | On This Lot
Stood The First House
Of The Mayflower Pilgrim
John Howland
The Pilgrim John Howland Society
1978 — — Map (db m105377) HM |
| | To those intrepid English women whose courage fortitude and devotion brought a new nation into being, this statue of the Pilgrim Maiden is dedicated. Presented to the Town of Plymouth by the National Society New England Women September IV . . . — — Map (db m107423) HM |
| | Pilgrim Memorial State Park-Plymouth Rock is a symbol for the potential the Pilgrims saw in America upon their arrival here in December of 1620. Seen as solid, steadfast and everlasting, the large Dedham granite boulder is a suitable icon for the . . . — — Map (db m62450) HM |
| | Plymouth Rock Landing place of the Pilgrims 1620 — — Map (db m2896) HM |
| | You are standing at the corner of Leyden Street and Water Street. Leyden Street is the first street laid out in Plymouth and the location of the first Pilgrim homes. From this location one can see Cole’s Hill, the Waterfront and Leyden Street . . . — — Map (db m75819) HM |
| | The Massachusetts Society of the Sons of the American Revolution came to Plymouth on October 12, 1920 to dedicate this replica of the old Powder House. The original structure had been erected in Plymouth in 1779 and removed about 1880. The Society . . . — — Map (db m107466) HM |
| | Fellow-exile with the Pilgrims in Holland, afterwards their chief agent in England. Arrived here IX November, MDCXXI, with Thomas Cushman his son; Preached IX December, his memorable sermon on “The danger of self-love and the sweetness of true . . . — — Map (db m107459) HM |
| | Site of one of the houses built in 1621. Seven dwelling houses were built the first year in addition to the one occupied by the Governor. This lot was assigned to Peter Brown. — — Map (db m107440) HM |
| | Brass cannon like these were named by Bradford and Winslow in the annals of Plymouth as mounted on the
First Fort, 1621, and were still in use in 1645 when the Ancient And Honorable Artillery Company Of Massachusetts under its commander Major . . . — — Map (db m73187) HM |
| | The Church of Scrooby Leyden and the Mayflower gathered on this hillside in 1620 has ever since preserved unbroken records and maintained a continuous ministry. Its first covenant being still the basis of its fellowship. In reverent memory of its . . . — — Map (db m107446) HM |
| | Built by Captain William Barnes in 1795 for his new bride, Sally Tribble. This house sits on the original site of “The Common House” established by the Pilgrims in 1623. Here the Pilgrims stored food and housed their families until . . . — — Map (db m107436) HM |
| | Was added to the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service, the Department of the Interior in September 1974. The monument, designed by Hammet Billings of Boston, was erected by the the Pilgrim Society in 1889. It processes . . . — — Map (db m56067) HM |
| | . . . — — Map (db m107464) HM |
| | On this site until 1749 stood
The Government House
Of the old Colony
In that year this building was erected
By the county for a court house
It was used jointly by the county
And the town until 1820
And then became the property of . . . — — Map (db m75818) HM |
| | This tablet is inscribedin grateful memory of the Pilgrims and of their successors who at the time of the Unitarian Controversy in 1801 adhered to the belief of the Fathers and on the basis of the original creed and covenant perpetuated . . . — — Map (db m107454) HM |
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