On W Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114), on the left when traveling north.
The 1st Rhode Island Regiment of the Continental Line 1775 – 1783 The war for American Independence was a long and arduous struggle that demanded much of the American people. Rhode Island responded to those demands with patriotic fervor, . . . — — Map (db m48374) HM
Near Old Boyd South Lane south of Boyds Lane ( Route 138), on the right when traveling south.
Portsmouth, RI
Celebrating 375 years
Established 1638
In commemoration of Portsmouth's proud heritage and bright future--since its founding at this site in 1638
In gratitude to Valerie Debrule as founder of the Friends of Anne . . . — — Map (db m312281) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) at Anselmo Drive, on the right when traveling south on West Main Road. Reported permanently removed.
During the American Revolution the British strategy focused on controlling American ports and blockading the coast. Because of Newport’s significance as a deep-water port and as a center of trade, British forces landed in Newport in December of . . . — — Map (db m48348) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) south of Willow Lane, on the right when traveling south.
The Rhode Island Campaign of 1778
During the American Revolution, British strategy focused on controlling America’s port cities and blockading the coast. Because of Newport’s significance as a deep-water port and as a center of . . . — — Map (db m312285) HM
On Fort Street south of Sprague Street, on the right when traveling east.
These fortifications erected by the British 1777 were occupied by the Americans 1778, becoming the island base of the Continental Army under General Sullivan in the Battle of Rhode Island. They are now consecrated to the immortal memory of those . . . — — Map (db m48069) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) at Anselmo Drive, on the right when traveling south on West Main Road. Reported permanently removed.
The Use of the Land The scenic landscape that can be seen from this vantage point has had a rich and vibrant history. The Narragansett Indians inhabited this area of Rhode Island for thousands of years before its discovery by European . . . — — Map (db m48738) HM
On West Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114) south of Willow Lane, on the right when traveling south.
The Use of the Land
The scenic landscape that can be seen from this vantage point has had a rich and vibrant history. The Narragansett Indians inhabited this area of Rhode Island for thousands of years before its discovery by European . . . — — Map (db m312283) HM
Near Anthony Road Extention/Old Boyd's Lane 0.1 miles west of Boyds Lane.
Erected to honor the memory and perpetuate the spirit and ideals of the founders of the first government in the world to allow and to insure to its citizens civil and religious liberty.
Established on this site in the year 1638
Portsmouth . . . — — Map (db m29736) HM
On W Main Road (Rhode Island Route 114), on the left when traveling north.
has been designated a --------------------------------- National Historic Landmark ---------------------------------- This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America 1975 National Park . . . — — Map (db m48094) HM
