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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Rensselaer County, New York

 
Clickable Map of Rensselaer 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 Rensselaer County, NY (162) Albany County, NY (368) Columbia County, NY (281) Greene County, NY (127) Saratoga County, NY (518) Washington County, NY (169) Berkshire County, MA (159) Bennington County, VT (63)  RensselaerCounty(162) Rensselaer County (162)  AlbanyCounty(368) Albany County (368)  ColumbiaCounty(281) Columbia County (281)  GreeneCounty(127) Greene County (127)  SaratogaCounty(518) Saratoga County (518)  WashingtonCounty(169) Washington County (169)  BerkshireCountyMassachusetts(159) Berkshire County (159)  BenningtonCountyVermont(63) Bennington County (63)
Troy is the county seat for Rensselaer County
Adjacent to Rensselaer County, New York
      Albany County (368)  
      Columbia County (281)  
      Greene County (127)  
      Saratoga County (518)  
      Washington County (169)  
      Berkshire County, Massachusetts (159)  
      Bennington County, Vermont (63)  
 
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101 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Julia Howard Bush Memorial Center
On Congress Street near First Street, on the left when traveling west.
The "Front Door” of the Russell Sage College Campus, Julia Howard Bush Memorial Center is a prominent and nationally significant Greek Revival building constructed in 1836 by architect James Harrison Dakin. Built as the First Presbyterian . . . Map (db m135115) HM
102 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Kate Mullany House
On 8th Street, on the left when traveling west.
Kate Mullany House has been designated a National Historic Landmark This house possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. Kate Mullany, an Irish Immigrant, laundry worker, and a nationally . . . Map (db m40827) HM
103 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Lansingburgh
On 112th Street (New York State Route 470) at 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling west on 112th Street.
First chartered village in Rensselaer County, New York, USA and was settled around 1763. The name is from Abraham Lansing, an early settler, combined with the Scottish word burgh. Street Docks at 123rd Street During the First . . . Map (db m115538) HM
104 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Liberty Street Presbyterian Church(African)
On Liberty Street near Church Street, on the right when traveling east.
1840 - 1963 Site of Liberty Street Presbyterian Church (African) 1st Pastor, Henry H. Garnet, 1840-48; Local, State and Nat'l Abolitionist Meetings: Draft Riot Site, 1863 Beta Psi Boulé, Sigma . . . Map (db m93298) HM
105 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Locking Through
Near River Street.
September 1, 1823, was a festive day in Troy, as a parade, music and gun salutes greeted the first two boats to pass through the new State Dam and Sloop Lock on the Hudson. The dam promised expanded trade and fed a hydraulic canal that delivered . . . Map (db m66678) HM
106 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Major General John Ellis Wool
This stone is erected to Major General John Ellis Wool. The gallant soldier, the able commander, and the patriotic citizen. Distinguished in many battles; and to Sarah Moulton, his excellent and worthy consort. ---------- Queenstown, October 13, . . . Map (db m81739) HM
107 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Major General Joseph Bradford Carr1828 – 1895
On Oakwood Cemetery Road, on the left when traveling south.
[Left of Monument: ] United States Volunteer Service. Mustered in United States Service   May 14, 1861. Commissions. Colonel   Second New York Volunteers, May 10, 1861. Brigadier General United States Volunteers, Sept. 7, 1862. Major General . . . Map (db m38063) HM
108 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Michael Burke
Near Brunswick Road (New York State Route 2) 0.2 miles east of Orchard Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Medal of Honor Michael Burke Pvt Co. D 125 NY Inf Civil War Born 1844 Died 1878Map (db m87545) WM
109 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Norman Rockwell
On Fourth Street, on the right when traveling north.
Frequently Visited Troy, Chose This Site For "The Street Was Never The Same" (1952) And Other Troy Settings For Paintings Map (db m120399) HM
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110 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Oakwood Cemetery
On 101st Street east of 7th Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m115501) HM
111 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Old Mount Ida Cemetery
On Pawling Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Old Mount Ida Cemetery est. 01 Jan. 1832 12-3/10 acres. Numerous soldiers buried here who served in the Revolutionary War, 1812 and Civil Wars Tri-City Council Vietnam Era VetsMap (db m73197) HM
112 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — On This Site
On Congress Street (New York State Route 2) near First Street, on the left when traveling west.
The first house of worship in Troy was erected 1792 by the First Presbyterian Church. Present church built 1832Map (db m135116) HM
113 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Rensselaer County Spanish-American War MemorialFreedom Patriotism Humanity
On Congress Street (New York State Route 2), on the left when traveling west.
Erected by the County of Rensselaer commemorating the valor and patriotism of the men of this county who served in the war with Spain, Philippine Insurrection and China Relief Expedition 1898 - 1902.Map (db m135210) WM
114 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Rev. Peter Havermans
On 3rd Street (U.S. 4) at Washington Street, on the left when traveling south on 3rd Street.
1806-97 Rev. Peter Havermans "Father of Troy's Catholic Institutions".  Founder of St. Mary's Church and Troy's First Hospital. Pastor Educator, and Social Activist Map (db m143515) HM
115 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — San Francisco Giants
Near Peter Guenette Lane.
Troy, N.Y. Birthplace of the San Francisco Giants When Troy resigned from the National League in 1882, most of its players went to the N.Y. Gothams, renamed The Giants in 1883 (because of the "very tall . . . Map (db m7425) HM
116 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Second Ward World War II Memorial
On Congress Street (New York State Route 2) at Second Street, on the left when traveling west on Congress Street.
In honor of the men and women from the Second Ward who served in World War IIMap (db m135242) WM
117 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — September 11th MemorialTroy, New York — Dedicated September 11, 2011 —
On 112th Street (New York State Route 470) near 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
September 11, 2001 The day rose clear and bright. But in just 102 minutes Sept. 11, 2001 became one of the most tragic days in the history of the United States of America. American way of life and freedom were attacked by 19 men fueled by an . . . Map (db m115582) HM WM
118 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — St. Peter's Cemetery
On Oakwood Ave., on the right when traveling north.
Burial Site of Medal of Honor Recp. Lt Col William O'Brien 105th Inf. Regt. 27th Inf. Div. Corporal Owen McGough Btry. D 5th US Arty. Map (db m95601) HM
119 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — 365 — Suffragist
On 3rd Avenue at 2nd Avenue (U.S. 4), on the left when traveling north on 3rd Avenue.
Caroline Gilkey Rogers attempted to vote in Lansingburgh in 1885. Spoke at local & national suffrage conventions.Map (db m192002) HM
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120 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — The Great Fire of 1862
On 5th Ave. at Fulton Street, on the right when traveling south on 5th Ave..
On May 10, 1862, much of downtown Troy [N.Y.] was destroyed by the worst fire the city has ever known. Sparks from a steam engine set fire to the wooden bridge to Green Island, and a strong wind spread the flames across the city. By night fall, over . . . Map (db m57941) HM
121 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — The Rescue of Charles Nalle
On State Street at 1st Street, on the right when traveling west on State Street.
Here was begun April 27, 1860 The Rescue of Charles Nalle an escaped slave who had been arrested under the Fugitive Slave Act Map (db m42014) HM
122 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Third Street Burial Grounds, 1824
Near Oakwood Road.
In the ground before you rest the remains of 164 people who were removed from the Third Street Burial Ground in Troy, NY in 1875 to make way for a new City Hall. No gravestones ever marked this spot as they were probably broken during the . . . Map (db m95605) HM
123 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Troy, N.Y. Hall of Famers
The five Hall of Famers pictured above played for Troy, N.Y. (NL) between 1879 and 1882. When Troy resigned from the National League after the 1882 season, these players continued their stellar pro careers with other teams including the future N.Y. . . . Map (db m7444) HM
124 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — T'was The Night Before Christmas
On River Street near 1st Street, on the right when traveling south.
"T'was the night before Christmas when all thro' the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The Stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug . . . Map (db m14534) HM
125 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Uncle Sam
Near Ferry Street (New York State Route 2), on the left when traveling east.
Nickname of Samuel Wilson of Troy which was given near here to United States from markings of U.S. on military supplies in War of 1812Map (db m8601) HM
126 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Uncle Sam Monument
On River Street (New York State Route 4) at Fulton Street, on the right when traveling south on River Street.
[Front] *Uncle Sam* Wilson 1766 1854 of Troy - New York Born in Arlington - Mass [Right] Sam Wilson- One of the Prime Movers For Incorporation of * Troy as Village - 1794 City - 1816 * [Left] U.S. of America Uncle Sam * . . . Map (db m58887) HM
127 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Unity House Founded
On 8th Street south of Hoosick Street, on the right when traveling south.
On This Site July 1, 1971, Mary Jane Smith Executive Director 1971-1991 With Regis Obijiski And Peter Callaghan Founded Unity House. In Gratitude, the Directors, Staff And Clients Establish This Remembrance Of Their Work and . . . Map (db m157475) HM
128 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Veterans Memorial
On Entrance Drive off 114th Street, on the left when traveling south.
In memory of those departed who served their country with honorMap (db m115531) WM
129 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — W & L E Gurley Building
On Fulton Street at Union Street, on the left when traveling east on Fulton Street.
W & L E Gurley Building has been designated a National Historic Landmark This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of AmericaMap (db m40831) HM
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130 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Warren Family Mortuary Chapel: 1861
Near Oakwood Avenue (New York State Route 40).
Henry Dudley, Architect Belltower Addition: 1883 Recorded in 1967 by Historical American Building Survey "An Historic Structure Having Exceptional Historical and Architectural Interest"Map (db m29820) HM
131 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Washington Park
On 3rd Street (New York State Route 4) at Washington Street, on the right when traveling south on 3rd Street.
Washington Park Established in 1840 this park is one of only two privately owned urban ornamental parks in New York State Washington Park Association Map (db m45179) HM
132 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Welcome to the Collar City!
Near River Street.
The detachable shirt collar was invented in Troy in 1827 by a local housewife, Hannah Montague. For more than a hundred years, various styles of the stiff cotton collars were worn by merchants, businessmen and other "white collar" workers. Troy . . . Map (db m66836) HM
133 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — West Hall
On 8th Street at Fulton Street, on the right when traveling north on 8th Street.
West Hall Constructed 1868-1871 Marcus F. Cummings, Architect Troy Hospital 1871 - 1922 Catholic Central High School 1923-1952 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 1953 - Exterior Restoration 2004-2008 Shirley Ann . . . Map (db m58155) HM
134 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — William Henry Freeman
Near Oakwood Road.
Medal of Honor Recipient Civil War Soldier PVT CO B 169 NY INF May 10, 1844 - August 26, 1911 "Volunteered To Carry The Brigade Flag After The Bearer Was Wounded" Map (db m95022) HM
135 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — Wilson Farmhouse
Near Prospect Park Road.
Samuel "Uncle Sam" & Ebenezer Wilson built their home here on Mount Ida, overlooking Troy. The surrounding orchard and nearby hillside were ideal for grazing animals, assuring a steady supply of livestock for their growing meat . . . Map (db m36915) HM
136 New York, Rensselaer County, Troy — World War Memorial
On 5th Avenue at 103rd Street, on the left when traveling north on 5th Avenue.
In Commemoration of our men of the 15th Ward, who answered their Country's call and served for Liberty and Democracy in the World War, 1917-1918. "The Right is more precious than Peace."Map (db m115485) HM
137 New York, Rensselaer County, Valley Falls — Julia Blanche S. Clum1867-1919
On Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
One of the founders of Rensselaer County's first political equality club and a leader for woman suffrage.Map (db m132505) HM
138 New York, Rensselaer County, Valley Falls — Valley Falls WWI & WWII Memorial
On Main Street at Lyon Street, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
West Side of Monument Honor Roll Killed in Action John S. Madigan Died in Service Frank Lewis Wounded Brundige, Arthur • Matthews, Rodney Bedell, John R. Lt. • Cox, Edward L. • Brundige, Louis • Cougrlin, . . . Map (db m148246) WM
139 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — “Had day lasted an hour longer . . .”South
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
Herrick’s Approach A column of 300 men under Colonel Samuel Herrick marched over this ridge in order to attack Baum’s main position from the rear. Reinforcements Arrive No sooner had Stark’s troops overrun Baum’s main position on the top . . . Map (db m36793) HM
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140 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — “the first link in the chain of successes which issued in the surrender at Saratoga ...”East
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
The River Crossing Travelers on the road to Bennington in 1777 crossed the Walloomsac River on a bridge where today’s bridge stands at the foot of this hill. To defend this important crossing, Baum placed his Brunswick grenadiers and a few . . . Map (db m36790) HM
141 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — A Gathering StormNorth
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
By the end of July 1777, the British invasion from Canada under General John Burgoyne had progressed to Fort Edward on the Hudson River. Desperately in need of supplies, Burgoyne dispatched an expedition on August 11 under Lieutenant Colonel . . . Map (db m36780) HM
142 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Battle of BenningtonFirst Engagement — August 16th 1777 —
On Battlefield Lane near New York State Route 67, on the right when traveling north.
General John Stark with New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts Militia defeated and captured an expeditionary force sent by General Burgoyne and commanded by Colonel Baum. This was one of the first decisive victories in the War of the Revolution.Map (db m13918) HM
143 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Battle of BenningtonSecond Engagement — August 16th 1777 —
On Corttrell Road at New York State Route 67, on the right when traveling south on Corttrell Road.
At this point occurred the defeat of Colonel Breyman, who commanded a force of 600 men sent by General Burgoyne to reinforce Colonel Baum. Colonel Seth Warner and his regiment of Vermont Rangers "Green Mountain Boys" distinguished themselves . . . Map (db m13920) HM
144 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Bennington Battle FieldAugust 16, 1777
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
- • • →     American Forces - ♦ →     British       x → →     Indians --------------- Erected by the State of New York August 16, 1927Map (db m36977) HM
145 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Bennington BattlefieldGeneral Stark's Victory — August 16, 1777 —
On New York State Route 67, on the right when traveling west.
(Title is text)Map (db m13462) HM
146 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Bennington BattlefieldState Historic Site
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
In August 1777, militiamen from several states commanded by General John Stark defeated British forces en route to Bennington to capture supplies and horses. Revolutionary War Heritage TrailMap (db m36753) HM
147 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Bennington Battlefield
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
Bennington 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 m36886) HM
148 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Hoosick World War II Memorial
On New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
In grateful memory this avenue of trees is dedicated to all the brave men of The Town of Hoosick who served with the victorious forces of the United States in the Second World War 1941 – 1945. On this tablet are inscribed the names of those . . . Map (db m36854) HM
149 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Massachusetts Volunteers at Bennington
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
Erected by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a tribute to her patriotic volunteers who rendered valuable service in the repulse of the Burgoyne invasion at the Battle of Bennington August 16, 1777.Map (db m36757) HM
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150 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — New Hampshire Regiment
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
Position of Colonel Nichols New Hampshire RegimentMap (db m36797) HM
151 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — New Hampshire Troops1777       1927
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
A memorial commemorating the record of the New Hampshire troops under the command of John Stark in this import and decisive engagement August 16, 1777Map (db m36762) HM
152 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Patriots of Vermont
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
In grateful memory of the Patriots of Vermont and their fellow patriots from the neighboring states who here fought for American independence under the command of General John Stark and Colonel Seth Warner August 16, 1777 --------------- Erected . . . Map (db m36760) HM
153 New York, Rensselaer County, Walloomsac — Vermont Rangers
Near New York State Route 67, on the left when traveling east.
Position of Colonel Herrick’s Vermont RangersMap (db m36795) HM
154 New York, Rensselaer County, West Sand Lake — Bernard Uhlein
On West Sand Lake Road (New York State Route 150) at Shaver Road, on the right when traveling south on West Sand Lake Road.
Revolutionary War soldier in 1793 purchased 325 acres and settled his farm. Area was known as "Ulinesville." 1838, became West Sand LakeMap (db m145277) HM
155 New York, Rensselaer County, West Sand Lake — Trinity Lutheran Church
On West Sand Lake Road (New York State Route 150) north of New York State Route 43, on the left when traveling north.
Organized 1776 Present house of worship erected in 1816Map (db m145285) HM
156 New York, Rensselaer County, West Sand Lake — Weatherwax Home
On New York State Route 43, on the right when traveling west.
First house built before 1794. Among earliest settlers, the family came from Palatinate Germany in early 1700's. Third home on site circa 1805.Map (db m137021) HM
157 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — Early Cemetery
On Main Avenue (New York State Route 66), on the right when traveling north.
Named Evergreen Cemetery. First burial Aug.11, 1876. Final resting place of many area early settlers removed from private plots.Map (db m135074) HM
158 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — First Reformed Churchof Wynantskill
On Main Avenue (New York State Route 66) at Church Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Avenue.
Oldest church edifice in Rensselaer County. Erected 1793Map (db m135075) HM
159 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — Kinney Farm
On Main Avenue (New York State Route 66) 0.1 miles east of Sharpe Road, on the left when traveling east.
Henry Kinney kept early tavern in Wynantskill. Farmhouse dates from 1790's. Remained in family until early 20th century.Map (db m145258) HM
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160 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — Snyder’s Lake
On Pershing Avenue (County Route 68) at Lakeshore Drive on Pershing Avenue.
In 1897- originally Aries Lake - was named after the families of Harmon Snyder who settled near the lake in the early 1790’s.Map (db m147999) HM
161 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — Town of North Greenbush War Memorial
On Main Avenue (New York State Route 66) at Douglas Street, on the left when traveling south on Main Avenue.
To the men and women of this community who helped preserve us a free nationMap (db m148237) WM
162 New York, Rensselaer County, Wynantskill — Twiss House
On Main Avenue (New York State Route 66), on the right when traveling north.
Home of Maj. Thomas Twiss, 1826 West Point graduate, government Indian agent. Later home of Supervisor Sheriff Philette Craver.Map (db m135076) HM

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