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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Port Jervis, New York

 
Clickable Map of Orange 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 Orange County, NY (563) Dutchess County, NY (336) Putnam County, NY (138) Rockland County, NY (267) Sullivan County, NY (162) Ulster County, NY (266) Passaic County, NJ (138) Sussex County, NJ (96) Pike County, PA (127)  OrangeCounty(563) Orange County (563)  DutchessCounty(336) Dutchess County (336)  PutnamCounty(138) Putnam County (138)  RocklandCounty(267) Rockland County (267)  SullivanCounty(162) Sullivan County (162)  UlsterCounty(266) Ulster County (266)  PassaicCountyNew Jersey(138) Passaic County (138)  SussexCounty(96) Sussex County (96)  PikeCountyPennsylvania(127) Pike County (127)
Goshen is the county seat for Orange County
Port Jervis is in Orange County
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ADJACENT TO ORANGE COUNTY
      Dutchess County (336)  
      Putnam County (138)  
      Rockland County (267)  
      Sullivan County (162)  
      Ulster County (266)  
      Passaic County, New Jersey (138)  
      Sussex County, New Jersey (96)  
      Pike County, Pennsylvania (127)  
 
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1 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — 12pd. Napoleon CannonManufactured - 1863
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
This Model 1999 [sic - it was No. 199 produced] 12pd. Napoleon Civil War era (1861-1865) cannon was built by Revere Copper Company and inspected by Thomas Jefferson Rodman (T.J.R.), the Ordinance [sic - Ordnance] Inspector. His initials are . . . Map (db m107173) HM
2 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — 1892 Lynching
On East Main Street (U.S. 6) west of Ferguson Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
On June 2nd Robert Lewis, a local Black resident, was mob lynched near this site. No one was held accountable for his murder.Map (db m199550) HM
3 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — 1903 Library
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) west of Broome Street, on the right when traveling west.
Port Jervis Free Library chartered Sept 29 1892. Only Carnegie Library in Orange County New York. Site given by Peter FarnumMap (db m107188) HM
4 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Alexander Hamilton
On Sussex Street at Hammond Street, on the right when traveling north on Sussex Street.
The only New York delegate to sign the U.S. Constitution at Philadelphia on September 17, 1787.Map (db m231590) HM
5 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Banach Olympic Circle
On Front Street at Pike Street, on the left when traveling south on Front Street.
Ed Banach   &   Lou Banach 90 kg.       100 kg. 1984 Olympic Gold Medalists Free style wrestling Dedicated Sept. 1, 1984 – E. Arthur Gray, MayorMap (db m20564) HM
6 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — 328 — Bridge Ca. 1855
On River Road.
Site of first bridge across the Delaware from Matamoras to Port Jervis. Built by Erie & NY Railroad. Wrecked by a wind storm in 1870.Map (db m132773) HM
7 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Canal Basin
On W Main Street (New York State Route 97) at Canal Street, on the right when traveling west on W Main Street.
East basin of Delaware and Hudson Canal, 1828 – 1898. Carried bulk of New York City’s coal. Construction Engineer, John B. Jervis.Map (db m20559) HM
8 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Civil War Memorial
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
This monument was erected by the patriotic generosity of Diana Farnum and was dedicated July 4th, 1886, to the memory of the Men of Deerpark who, by their services and lives in the Civil War of 1861-5, aided in preserving the . . . Map (db m107224) WM
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9 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Cole’s Fort
On E Main Street at Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on E Main Street.
Built 1755, in French and Indian War, by New Jersey which claimed this area. Home of Wilhelmus Cole settled here about 1730.Map (db m20519) HM
10 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Decker Fort
On W Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Home of Martinus Decker, burned by Brant’s raiders, July 20, 1779. Rebuilt, 1793. Headquarters of John B. Jervis, 1826 – 28.Map (db m20527) HM
11 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Decker Fort
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80).
Major Decker's stockaded house on this site burned by Brant's raiders, July 20, 1779. Militia pursuing Brant rallied here.Map (db m62473) HM
12 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Erie Turntable
Built in 1854 and used by the railroad until ca. 1987 Restored to full operating condition in 1996 it is one of a few left in the nationMap (db m107247) HM
13 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — First Settler
On U.S. 209 at Orchard Lane, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 209.
About 1690 William Tietsoort set up a blacksmith shop here at the request of Indians who gave him this land west of their village.Map (db m193888) HM
14 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Fort Burned by Indians
On W Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Machackemech Chapter Daughters of the Revolution of Port Jervis place this tablet to mark the fort burned by the Indians and Tories under the command of Joseph Brant in the year 1779. Rebuilt in 1793 Second Plaque: This house was occupied . . . Map (db m20525) HM
15 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Fort Decker
On W Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Mohawk Chief Joseph Brant burned this stone house owned by Lieutenant Martinus Decker in July 1779 before the Battle of Minisink. Revolutionary War Heritage TrailMap (db m20523) HM
16 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Indian Raid
On E Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Maghaghkamik Church, built 1743 on this site, was burned in raid by Joseph Brant’s Mohawks and Tories, July 20, 1779.Map (db m20517) HM
17 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Indian Raid
On U.S. 209, on the left.
Route taken by N. Y. and N. J. militia in pursuit of Col. Brant for raid on Minisink (Port Jervis) July 21, 1779Map (db m53046) HM
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18 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Indian Raid
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80) at Shinhollow Road, on the right when traveling north on Neversink Drive.
Grist mill on this stream built by Solomon Davis, about 1730, was burned in Brant's raid, July 20, 1779Map (db m53049) HM
19 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Indian Raid
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80), on the left when traveling south.
School here was burned by raiders July 20, 1779. Teacher scalped, boys made prisoners; girls saved by Brant's mark on aprons.Map (db m62474) HM
20 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Indian Raid
On S Maple Avenue (County Route 16) south of U.S. 6, on the left when traveling south.
House and barn of Simon Westfall on this site, burned by Brant’s Mohawks and Tories, July 20, 1776Map (db m147802) HM
21 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — James Madison
On Hammond Street at Sussex Street, on the left when traveling west on Hammond Street.
"Father of the Constitution" he dedicated his life to serving his country and to upholding the ideas of the U.S. Constitution.Map (db m231592) HM
22 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Kaatsbaan
On U.S. 209 at Clark Lane, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 209.
(Dutch for tennis court) Site of Indian football field in bend of the river home of William Tietsoort 1690-1713Map (db m193889) HM
23 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Korean War Memorial
On Sussex Street at Broome Street, on the right when traveling west on Sussex Street.
In honor of all the men and women who served our nation in Korea from 1950 - 1953 In Memoriam to those men and women from the Tri-State Area who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country [Roll of Honored Dead] . . . Map (db m107116) WM
24 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Laurel Grove
On East Main Street (U.S. 6) just south of South Street, on the right when traveling south.
Cemetery founded by Dr John Conkling. Incorporated September 1855. Designed by Howard Daniels and B F Hathaway.Map (db m231585) HM
25 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Machackemech Burying Ground
On E Main Street (U.S. 6) at Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling west on E Main Street.
The burial place of the pioneers and early settlers in this vicinity, many of them in unmarked graves.
-------------------------- Cole’s Fort, built in 1755, was located about a hundred feet northwest. ---------- Erected by Machackemech Chapter . . . Map (db m20569) HM
26 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Marion Rohner
On Kingston Avenue (U.S. 209) north of E Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Mrs. Rohner, Den Mother of Den 1, Pack 173, holds the Guiness World Record for Longest serving Den Mother In the world. 43 years - 2001Map (db m193892) HM
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27 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — N.J. Line War
On U.S. 209 at Maple Crest Lane, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Land of Westfall & Co. was settled on Jersey claim 1698. Attacked by armed New Yorkers from Goshen and Peenpack 1701-1759.Map (db m193887) HM
28 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — N.J. Line War
On U.S. 209 at Hamilton Street, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Hendrick Decker and his brother, Jan, settled here about 1689. Headquarters of N.J. Line Commissioners and Surveyors, 1719Map (db m193891) HM
29 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Old Mine Road
On E Main Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling north.
Oldest 100-mile road in America. Built by Dutch miners before 1664 from Kingston to copper mines near Delaware Water Gap.Map (db m20544) HM
30 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Oldest Church
On E Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
Organized in 1737 and formed by early Dutch settlers. It is the oldest congregation in the area. Present edifice built in 1868.Map (db m20543) HM
31 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Park Avenue
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Park Avenue Constructed 1933 To Provide Employment for the Residents of the City of Port Jervis Wendell E. Phillips, Mayor Fred M. Davis, Alderman-at-Large Aldermen Frank J. Forrie · James F. Tierney · John F. Cross · Harry A. Ott · . . . Map (db m194014) HM
32 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Pike Street at Front Street, on the left when traveling north on Pike Street.
Named for John B. Jervis, engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink. First settler, 1690.Map (db m20563) HM
33 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Named for John B. Jervis, engineer, who built D. and H. Canal. Was called Mahackemeck by Indians. First settler, 1690.Map (db m107167) HM
34 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On U.S. 209 at Van Avenue, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 209.
Named for John B. Jervis, Engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink First settler, 1690Map (db m193890) HM
35 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
Named for John B. Jervis, Engineer who built D and H Canal. Indian name Maghaghkamik or Minisink First settler, 1690Map (db m194013) HM
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36 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Port Jervis Fire Department
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Delaware Drive, on the right when traveling south on Pike Street.
Dedicated to the memory of our firefighters who have served God and community Maghogomock Hook & Ladder Co. No. 1 Org. 1858 • Neversink Engine Co. No. 1 Org. 1850 • Delaware Engine Co. No. 2 . . . Map (db m231606) HM
37 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Site of Fort Van Auken
Near Country Club Drive. Reported missing.
Unsuccessfully attacked by Mohawks and Tories led by Joseph Brant in raid on this valley, July 20, 1779Map (db m167760) HM
38 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Stephen Crane
On Sussex Street at Broome Street, on the right when traveling west on Sussex Street.
In this park Stephen Crane interviewed men of the famed Civil War Orange Blossoms regiment and then wrote The Red Badge of Courage, published in 1895Map (db m107120) HM
39 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Tap Stone Inn
On Tap Stone Lane, on the left.
and stagecoach stop First meeting of Greenville was held here December 3, 1853Map (db m48855) HM
40 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The American Revolution1775 - 1783 — Against All Odds —
On Broome Street north of Sussex Street, on the left when traveling north.
In honor of the brave patriots who sacrificed their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor, and whose wisdom, determination, and fortitude brought forth a new nation under God, dedicated to liberty and freedom. "We the People" September . . . Map (db m107115) WM
41 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The Crane House
On East Main Street (U.S. 6) 0.2 miles west of Kingston Avenue (U.S. 209), on the left when traveling west.
The home of Judge William Crane from 1890-1901.  His brother Stephen visited from 1891 - 1896 creating some of his finest works.Map (db m30534) HM
42 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — The Erie Depot
On Jersey Avenue at Fowler Street, on the right when traveling south on Jersey Avenue.
Built in 1892, enlarged in 1912, this building served as the Delaware Division's largest station until its closing in the mid 1970's. Dedicated July 4 1986Map (db m107250) HM
43 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Toll House
On Pike Street (U.S. 6) at Water Street, on the right when traveling south on Pike Street.
This building, a toll house for the bridge spanning the Delaware from 1871 – 1922, was incorporated into the Flo-Jean Restaurant in 1929. Donated by the Wallace FamilyMap (db m24479) HM
44 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Tow PathD & H Canal
On W Main Street at Grand View Avenue, on the left when traveling west on W Main Street.
Opened 1828,   Closed 1898. From Honesdale, Pa., to Kingston. Carried coal to New York City.Map (db m20562) HM
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45 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Trolley Line
On E Main Street (U.S. 6), on the right when traveling south.
From 1898 to 1924 the Port Jervis Traction Co. operated a line along the city’s streets from tri-states to Sparrowbush.Map (db m20551) HM
46 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — U.S. Naval Services Honored DeadIn Memoriam
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Shipmates of the U.S. Naval Services who sacrificed that this nation might live. Navy • Coast Guard • Seabees • Marines Dedicated August 14, 1955Map (db m107184) WM
47 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Upper Delaware Scenic Byway
On Park Avenue (New York State Route 42) north of W Main Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Upper Delaware Scenic Byway (New York State Route 97) follows the Upper Delaware River through the western parts of Delaware, Sullivan, and Orange Counties. This unique highway connects the rafting and bluestone village of Hancock to the . . . Map (db m194146) HM
48 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — V. Edward Keshian
On Hammond Street just east of Sussex Street, on the right when traveling west.
This "Little Library" is dedicated to V. Edward Keshian in recognition of his years of committed service to many civic & charitable organizations. The founder of the Friends of the Library, he was a member of many groups from the American . . . Map (db m231587) HM
49 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Veterans Memorial
On Hammond Street at Sussex Street, on the right when traveling west on Hammond Street.
Dedicated to veterans of all United States conflicts who struggled to preserve the principles of the United States Constitution.Map (db m231589) WM
50 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Vietnam War Memorial
On Sussex Street at Broome Street, on the left when traveling east on Sussex Street.
In honor of all the men and women who served our nation in Vietnam from 1959 - 1975 In Memoriam to those men and women from the Tri-State Area who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country [Roll of Honored Dead] . . . Map (db m107122) WM
51 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — War Memorial
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
To all men and women from all warsMap (db m107187) WM
52 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — War on Terrorism Memorial
On Broome Street south of Pike Street (U.S. 6/209), on the left when traveling south.
This monument is dedicated to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country in the war against terrorism [Roll of Honored Dead] Brian L. Pavlich, SSgt, US Army, 3/11/2003 Irving Medina, Spc, US Army, . . . Map (db m107126) WM
53 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Wihlahoosa Cave
On Neversink Drive (County Route 80).
Major Johannesa Decker, wounded by Indians of Brant's raiding party, escaped by hiding in the cave above July 20, 1779.Map (db m167761) HM
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54 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — Willmore Pavlich & Howard Tarkett WWII MemorialIn Memoriam
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
Willmore Pavlich & Howard Tarkett Members of Maghogomock H. & L. Co. They gave their lives in World War II Dedicated July 4, 1951Map (db m107186) WM
55 New York, Orange County, Port Jervis — World War II Memorial
On Pike Street (U.S. 6/209) at Broome Street, on the left when traveling west on Pike Street.
This memorial is dedicated to those in this vicinity who paid the supreme sacrifice in World War II Albert Adams • Raymond F. Adams • James C. Alward Emerson T. Augston • Clifford J. Barthelmes • Donald R. Bauer Donald Burns • Bernard . . . Map (db m107176) WM
 
 
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