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1 New York, Albany County, Albany, Downtown — The Fur Trade
Why is Albany Here? Mohawk and Mahican peoples inhabited this region for thousands of years when the Dutch ship the Half Moon dropped anchor near this spot in 1609. At that time, the world was in the midst of a "Little Ice . . . Map (db m116700) HM
2 New York, Albany County, Cohoes — Continental Avenue
Algonquin and Mohawk Indian trail. Colonial military route.Map (db m131687) HM
3 New York, Albany County, Cohoes — Native American & 17th-century History of Peebles Island
There is abundant evidence of Indian occupation on Peebles and Van Schaick Islands. Hammerstones and projectile points have been discovered and suggest that early tribes lived in this area. Archeologists uncovered a number of early hearths here . . . Map (db m115382) HM
4 New York, Albany County, Guilderland — Henry Rowe Schoolcraft
Home Of Henry Rowe Schoolcraft B.1793 - D. 1864 Glass Maker, Explorer, Author, Poet, Authority On American Indians. Map (db m77593) HM
5 New York, Albany County, Guilderland — The Vale of Tawasentha
Iroquois name for a burial ground near mouth of the Normanskill Creek.Map (db m142822) HM
6 New York, Albany County, Guilderland — Wildehausen
Site of an Indian Village Nearby Stream Called Wildehausekill or "Indian House Creek" Map (db m66751) HM
7 New York, Albany County, Voorheesville — Indian Ladder
In Colonial Times An Indian Trail Ascended The Helderberg Cliffs At This Point From The Lowlands To The East State Ed Dept 1932 Friends of Thacher Park 2014 Map (db m77125) HM
8 New York, Albany County, Westerlo — Indian Trail
Old Indian trail led through this valley to the Switzkill. Indian camp ground near here.Map (db m135092) HM
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9 New York, Allegany County, Caneadea — Major Moses Van Campen — Soldier of the Revolution —
Here in 1782 Major Moses Van Campen, a soldier of the Revolution, captured by the Senecas, keepers of the Western Door of the Iroquois Confederacy, ran the gauntlet thirty rods west to their ancient council house, which is now preserved in . . . Map (db m157328) HM
10 New York, Allegany County, Houghton — Copperhead
The last one of the Seneca Tribe of Indians that lived in the Town of Caneadea, N.Y. was buried here. His wife died some years before his death. He died March 23, 1864. He said he was 120 years old.Map (db m155771) HM
11 New York, Allegany County, Oil Springs Indian Reservation — 1627 Seneca Oil Spring 1927
1627 Seneca Oil Spring 1927 Forms the first chapter in the development of the petroleum industry in America - a gigantic world enterprise transforming modern life. 1627 Oil in American continent first recorded in this region by the Franciscan . . . Map (db m86604) HM
12 New York, Bronx County, Bronx, Bronx Zoo — Bison Benefit the Prairies
Grazing, wallowing, and other bison behaviors turn out to be beneficial for plants and animals. As seen on "The Zoo!" Keepers noticed that one of the zoo's bison calves developed a bowed leg, caused by one leg bone growing faster than . . . Map (db m193265) HM
13 New York, Bronx County, Bronx, West Bronx — Before the Bronx Terminal Market
The lower Hudson Valley and the Bronx Terminal Market share a rich and colorful past. Macomb's Dam Across the Harlem River In 1814, Robert Macomb built a dam and toll bridge across the Harlem River in the vicinity of . . . Map (db m241545) HM
14 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Confluence Park
Located at the convergence of the Chenango and Susquehanna Rivers, Confluence Park is the hub of the Two Rivers Greenway and a meeting of Binghamton’s past and present. [captions] The South Washington Street Bridge, shown here, was designed by . . . Map (db m198124) HM
15 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Confluence ParkCelebrating the Native American presence in Binghamton through the park's design
This park capitalizes on the natural beauty of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers, maintaining a strong vista of the river confluence. The hub of a network of Binghamton's riverfront greenways, the park was planned to provide safe public access to . . . Map (db m198126) HM
16 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Indian Castle
Indian Castle Located near junction of Castle Creek with Chenango River. Called Otsiningo. Destroyed Aug. 18, 1779 during Sullivan CampaignMap (db m93030) HM
17 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Near This Point 18 August 1779
Near This Point 18 August 1779 Camped the army of James Clinton en route to join the forces of General John Sullivan in the expedition against the Iroquois and their British allies in the war of the American Revolution Originally erected by . . . Map (db m92920) HM
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18 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Roberson MuseumSullivan-Clinton Museum Exhibit Reported permanently removed
A museum exhibit interprets the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign of 1779. The campaign destroyed Native American villages and crops throughout the Iroquois homeland.Map (db m94628) HM
19 New York, Broome County, Binghamton — Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton
Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton 1779 An expedition against the hostile Indian nations which checked the aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, extending . . . Map (db m93324) HM
20 New York, Broome County, Corbettsville — Binghamton and Upper SusquehannaHistoric New York
The valleys of the Upper Susquehanna River were natural routes for Indians, traders and settlers. Oquaga, near Windsor, was an Indian fur-trading post, and became an objective of the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign of 1779. From a dam at the outlet of . . . Map (db m35164) HM
21 New York, Broome County, Deposit — Revolutionary Cemetery
Historical Marker Revolutionary Cemetery War veterans of 1776 & 1812 Originally and Indian Burial GroundMap (db m93203) HM
22 New York, Broome County, Deposit — This Boulder Marks The Fort Stanwix Treaty Line
This Boulder Marks The Fort Stanwix Treaty Line The deed from the Indians to the whites was signed November,5 1768 The line was run in 1769 from the Delaware River almost due north to the mouth of the Unadilla River It afterward became the . . . Map (db m92769) HM
23 New York, Broome County, Vestal — Chugnut
Native American village near mouth of Big Choconut Creek. Destroyed by General Enoch Poor August 18, 1779, Clinton-Sullivan Campaign.Map (db m127570) HM
24 New York, Broome County, Windsor — History of Old Onaquaga Valley
First People in the Valley The earliest inhabitants of this Susquehanna River valley were here more than 400 years ago. A 1614 map drawn by Dutch traders shows the existence of a village spelled Ogehage. Over time- and many different . . . Map (db m94489) HM
25 New York, Broome County, Windsor — In Memory of "Wausaunia" Rebecca Kellogg Ashley
In Memory of "Wausaunia" Rebecca Kellogg Ashley Born Dec. 22, 1695, in Suffield, Mass. Died Aug 1757, Windsor N.Y. Interpreter for the Indians at the "Old Fort," a mission station in charge of Rev. Gideon Hawley in 1748.Map (db m94536) HM
26 New York, Cattaraugus County, Red House — Welcome to Thunder Rocks
Welcome to Thunder Rocks The Legend of Thunder Rocks A local legend describes a competition among the guardian spirits of rocks to determine which spirit could throw the biggest rock to the top of the mountain. A nearby Iroquois tribe, after . . . Map (db m155618) HM
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27 New York, Cattaraugus County, Salamanca, Jimerson — Seneca Nation of IndiansKeeper of the Western Door
The Allegany Courthouse served as the primary gathering place for regular meetings of the Seneca Council, beginning in 1920. Over the next forty years, the Allegany Courthouse served as the governmental center of the Seneca Nation. During this time, . . . Map (db m217368) HM
28 New York, Cattaraugus County, Yorkshire — Upper Cattaraugus ValleyHistoric New York
Erie Indians were the first inhabitants of this region. In 1654, they were driven out by the Senecas who occupied several sites along the banks of Cattaraugus Creek. The Cattaraugus, the principal stream of many that divide the Cattaraugus Hills, . . . Map (db m86681) HM
29 New York, Cayuga County, Auburn — 500 Feet → Fort Hill
500 Feet → Fort Hill Prehistoric Indian fort. Traditional birthplace of Chief Logan. Now a cemetery. Map (db m166864) HM
30 New York, Cayuga County, Auburn — Algonkian Village Site
Of third period culture One of largest Indian pottery jars in state found hereMap (db m228997) HM
31 New York, Cayuga County, Auburn — Fort Hill
Fort Hill of moundbuilder origin. Later Cayuga council seat and village Fort Wasco traditional birth place of Chief Logan Map (db m88170) HM
32 New York, Cayuga County, Auburn — Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton / Owasco1779
Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton. 1779. An expedition against the hostile Indian Nations which checked aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, . . . Map (db m229007) HM
33 New York, Cayuga County, Auburn — Wasco"The Crossing Place"
Site of a Cayuga village occupied by Indians before and after settlement of Hardenbergh Corners 1793Map (db m87985) HM
34 New York, Cayuga County, Aurora — Peachtown
Site of Chonodote Cayuga village destroyed with orchard of 1500 trees during Sullivan Campaign September, 1779Map (db m145812) HM
35 New York, Cayuga County, Cayuga — Cayuga Mine
Reservation northwest cor. of sq. mile reserved to Cayugas by treaties 1789 Sold to the state 1799Map (db m223905) HM
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36 New York, Cayuga County, Cayuga — Sullivan’s Campaign
One mile west Col. Butler crossed Cayuga Lake and destroyed Cayuga village of TicheroMap (db m131844) HM
37 New York, Cayuga County, Cayuga — Yawger Tavern
Built by Peter Yawger, 1810 on the junction of the Indian trails Wasco to Gewauga and a Bihari to GoiogoueMap (db m223900) HM
38 New York, Cayuga County, Ledyard — Lewis Henry Morgan
Birthplace of Lewis Henry Morgan. Began American anthropology. Teacher Cayuga Lake Academy, wrote League of Iroquois 1851Map (db m172366) HM
39 New York, Cayuga County, Locke — Indian Fort Site
This vicinity is site of an Indian village probably fortified and Indian burial groundMap (db m241213) HM
40 New York, Cayuga County, Mapleton — Indian Spring
On the trail from Goidgouen and Cayuga Castle to Onondaga Castle by the Great Iroquois trailMap (db m172437) HM
41 New York, Cayuga County, Montezuma — Salt Springs
Chief supply for Indians. Later extensively developed by early settlers privately and with state aid.Map (db m182278) HM
42 New York, Cayuga County, Montezuma — Squagonna
Squagonna Aboriginal name for "Paradise of Musquitoes." The river was Tiohero "River of Rushes"Map (db m159212) HM
43 New York, Cayuga County, Scipio Center — Indian Fields
Farms of the Cayugas before Revolution Here white settlers found cleared and cultivated fields, villages and fortsMap (db m145746) HM
44 New York, Cayuga County, Sennett — Cayuga County
Early Iroquois country 1768. Part of Montgomery Co. 1784. Part of Herkimer Co. 1791. Part of Onondaga Co. 1794 Cayuga Co. set off 1799 Map (db m229218) HM
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45 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Cayuga Castle
Site two miles east Cayuga village destroyed In Sullivan Campaign September 1779Map (db m145833) HM
46 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Cayuga CastleGoi-O-Gouen
Site of principal Cayuga village Destroyed Sept. 23. 1779 Sullivan CampaignMap (db m145841) HM
47 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Frontenac IslandWest →
Site of Algonkian village deeded to Union Springs by the state for use as a park 1856.Map (db m145797) HM
48 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Ge-Wa-Ga
A village of the Cayuga Nation, stood near this spot. It was occupied and destroyed by a detachment from the army of General John Sullivan, commanded by Lieut-Col. William Butler, which bivouacked here on the night of September 21, . . . Map (db m145819) HM
49 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Indian Mound
Just east of here Known to be the site of an early Jesuit missionMap (db m145840) HM
50 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Missionaries To The Cayuga
This valley was the site of the principal Cayuga Indian village To the brave French Jesuit missionaries whose heroism was almost without parallel Joseph Chaumonot and Rene Menard who as guests as of Chief Saonchiogwa built here in 1656 . . . Map (db m145842) HM
51 New York, Cayuga County, Union Springs — Routes of the ArmiesGeneral John Sullivan and General James Clinton — 1779 —
front face An expedition against the hostile Indian nations which checked the aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, extending westward the dominion of the United States. rear face . . . Map (db m145834) HM
52 New York, Cayuga County, Village of Moravia — Owasco FlatsSite of Indian Village
Owasco Flats Site of Indian Village. Land Cultivated Prior to White Settlements. Neighboring Settlers Came to Harvest Hay 1789 - 1790Map (db m213823) HM
53 New York, Chautauqua County, Dunkirk — "Ong-Gwe-Ohn-Weh"The Indian
This wooden sculpture of an American Indian was created by Peter Toth of Akron, Ohio. In two months time during the summer of 1973. It was carved from the lower trunk of a dead elm tree located near the corner of Fifth St.and Park Ave. Upon . . . Map (db m162035) HM
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54 New York, Chautauqua County, Ellery — The Land Around Us
The Land Around Us Farmhouse/Settlement Courtesy: Fenton History Center, Jamestown, N.Y. By the end of the 1700's the Holland Land Company was operating in western New York, including Chautauqua County. The first permanent European . . . Map (db m117555) HM
55 New York, Chautauqua County, Ellery — What Does "Chautauqua" Mean?
What Does "Chautauqua" Mean? Chautauqua Institution Courtesy: Fenton History Center, Jamestown, N.Y. The term "Chautauqua" has come to be associated with the Chautauqua Movement which grew from the county's own Chautauqua Institution. The . . . Map (db m117561) HM
56 New York, Chautauqua County, Irving — Amos Sottle
First non-Indian settler of Hanover and Chautauqua County, built his home nearby in 1796. Indian friend, farmer, fiddler, and worker on the HLC survey.Map (db m64673) HM
57 New York, Chautauqua County, Irving — Everett R. Burmaster
1890-1965 lived in Irving. Historian, Archaeologist, Paleontologist, BMS Curator. Seneca adopted-Gahgewa. Saved Hanover Elm & Sottle Fiddle.Map (db m64672) HM
58 New York, Chautauqua County, Jamestown — Before White Men Came
Before white men came to this area the Indians blazed a trail between Lake Erie and Lake Chautauqua over which they, early explorers and settlers, portaged their canoes. At the Chadakoin River rapids the canoe was portaged again. Here is where the . . . Map (db m64674) HM
59 New York, Chautauqua County, Jamestown — Indian Camp
Indian Camp Part of the Cornplanter band of Seneca Indians camped on this hillside and adjoining river terrace in the period between the Indians' sale of their land in 1797 and their final retreat to reservations in the 1830's.Map (db m94806) HM
60 New York, Chautauqua County, Mayville — Chautauqua Lake RegionHistoric New York
Chautauqua Lake, eighteen miles long and one to three miles wide, has as its outlet a branch of Connewango Creek, a tributary of the Allegheny River. This gives Chautauqua an indirect connection with the Gulf of Mexico by way of the Ohio, and . . . Map (db m64687) HM
61 New York, Chautauqua County, Sinclairville — Fortified Village of Erie Indians
Historic Site Location of fortified village of Erie Indians probably destroyed by the Iroquois about 1650 Map (db m94881) HM
62 New York, Chautauqua County, Westfield — The French & Indian War 1756-1763A Fight for the Continent — French and Indian War —
Waterways to the Interior Rivers and lakes served as the superhighways of the 18th century. Many rivers and lakes in the Colony of New York either bordered New France (Canada), or connected the bordering water bodies to the . . . Map (db m201458) HM
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63 New York, Chemung County, Chemung — Battle of Chemung
General Sullivan's troops were attacked by Indians posted on this ridge. A valorous charge led by Colonel Hubley drove the Indians to the swamp a quarter mile west. The American dead were conveyed to Tioga and buried at Fort Sullivan. (Reverse . . . Map (db m66976) HM
64 New York, Chemung County, Chemung — Military Route
Military Route of the Sullivan-Clinton army on its campaign against the British and Indians of Western New York in 1779Map (db m43904) HM
65 New York, Chemung County, Chemung — Old Chemung
Indian village destroyed by Gen. Sullivan August 13, 1779Map (db m33399) HM
66 New York, Chemung County, Chemung — Sullivan Road
Upon this road Sullivan's army advanced on its memorable campaign against the Indians of the Six Nations in 1779Map (db m33396) HM
67 New York, Chemung County, Chemung — The Sullivan-Clinton Campaign — 1779Historic New York
Generals John Sullivan and James Clinton were appointed by George Washington to lead a punitive expedition against the hostile tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy and to capture the British forts at Oswego and Niagara. The objectives were to . . . Map (db m198208) HM
68 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — 618 — Chemung Village
The Delaware village near this site included 30 to 40 buildings and farm fields burned by Continental troops on August 13, 1779.Map (db m242356) HM
69 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Divided Peoples
The Revolutionary War divided communities and shattered ancient alliances. Along New York's frontier, simmering rivalries among settlers of European descent boiled over with threats and violent clashes. Many who remained loyal to King George III . . . Map (db m33553) HM
70 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Fire on the Frontier - 1778
In 1778, the British government encouraged loyal colonists and Native American allies to attack frontier settlements. In July, Major John Butler led an attack on the Wyoming Valley, leaving more than 300 patriot soldiers dead, and by Butler's . . . Map (db m33548) HM
71 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Military Route
Military route of the Sullivan-Clinton Army on its campaign against the British and Indians of Western New York in 1779.Map (db m90376) HM
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72 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Newtown
So named by General Sullivan
occupied by British and Indians
Destroyed by General Sullivan, August 30, 1779Map (db m43931) HM
73 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Newtown Battlefield ReservationA Remarkable History
In 1879, a crowd of thousands celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Newtown and dedicated a monument built by the Newtown Monument Association atop the hill that figured prominently in accounts of the battle. Soon after, the monument . . . Map (db m33484) HM
74 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Newtown Battlefield State ParkRevolutionary War Heritage Trail Reported missing
The climactic battle of the Sullivan-Clinton campaign occurred here as approximately 5,000 soldiers defeated a British force of Native Americans, Loyalists, and regulars.Map (db m33545) HM
75 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — 619 — Rowland Montour
Delaware Captain who, with 20-40 Delaware men, defended their homes and land here on August 13, 1779 at the Battle of Chemung.Map (db m242357) HM WM
76 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — Sullivan's Army Encampment
Encampment Sullivan's Army on return from expedition against the Indians Sept. 24-29, 1779Map (db m41577) HM
77 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — The Battle of NewtownAugust 29, 1779 — The Major Battle of the Sullivan Campaign —
To protect the village of Newtown, about 600 Native American warriors, 200 loyalists, and a handful of British soldiers erected and camouflaged a half-mile-long breastwork of logs in the village overlooking a creek, hoping to surprise Sullivan's . . . Map (db m33550) HM
78 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — The Battle of Newtown
(Front Plaque):Near this site Sunday August 29, 1779 was fought The Battle of Newtown between Continental troops commanded by Major General John Sullivan and combined force of Tories and Indians under Colonel John Butler and Joseph . . . Map (db m33554) HM
79 New York, Chemung County, Elmira — The Sullivan CampaignJuly 31 to October 15, 1779 — One of the Revolutionary War's Largest Campaigns —
Congress and General George Washington planned a major offensive campaign against the Seneca, Cayuga, and loyalists in 1779. Washington chose Major General John Sullivan to lead the expedition up the Susquehanna River, while Brigadier General . . . Map (db m33547) HM
80 New York, Chemung County, Horseheads — Horseheads
In 1779 near this spot General John Sullivan mercifully disposed of his pack horses worn out by faithful service in the campaign against the Six Nations of the Iroquois. —————— The first white . . . Map (db m90382) HM
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81 New York, Chemung County, Horseheads — Horseheads — New York —
On September 24, 1779, General Sullivan's military park horses, returning through the valley from their 450 mile journey, had reached the end of their endurance. The General was compelled to dispose of these partners in the cause of American . . . Map (db m90386) HM
82 New York, Chemung County, Horseheads — Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton1779
An expedition against the hostile Indian nations which checked the aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, extending westward the dominion of the United States.Map (db m90383) HM
83 New York, Chemung County, Lowman — Chemung1775 - 1779 — Iroquois War Town —
From this Hidden Stronghold British, Indians and Tories Ravaged the Frontier From the West Branch to the Mohawk Destroyed by Sullivan-Clinton Expedition August 13, 1779Map (db m81210) HM
84 New York, Chemung County, Lowman — Line of Rude Breastworks
Line of Rude Breastworks where British and Indians disputed advance of Sullivan's Army August 29, 1779Map (db m33274) HM
85 New York, Chemung County, Lowman — 668 — Native Voices — Empire State Society Sons of the American Revolution —
The 1779 campaign drove native peoples from their villages. Seneca and Delaware fought to protect their family, homes and way of life.Map (db m243110) HM
86 New York, Chemung County, Lowman — 616 — Newtown Defense — Empire State Society Sons of the American Revolution —
The Seneca and Delaware urged British allies to help block Continental troops advance resulting in Battle of Newtown on August 29, 1779.Map (db m243111) HM
87 New York, Chemung County, Millport — In Honor of Major General John Sullivan
On the pinnacle near this site, the Movable Lodge of Free Masons, connected with the army of Major General John Sullivan of New Hampshire held a command under a large oak tree, while on a military expedition against the Six Nations of . . . Map (db m220541) HM
88 New York, Chemung County, Millport — Military Route
Military route of the Sullivan-Clinton Army on its campaign against the British and Indians of Western New York in 1779.Map (db m220540) HM
89 New York, Chenango County, Afton — 378 — Cunahunta
Site of Iroquois town burned by the Continental Army under the Command of Colonel William Butler October 9 & 10, 1778Map (db m132735) HM
90 New York, Chenango County, Afton — Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton
Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton 1779 An expedition against the hostile Indian nations which checked the aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, extending . . . Map (db m92996) HM
91 New York, Chenango County, Afton — Unadilla RegionHistoric New York
Indians living in the valleys of the Unadilla and Susquehanna Rivers played an important role in the region's early history. Fur traders from Albany and the Mohawk Valley reached out to Oquaga (now Windsor), and a mission to the Indians was . . . Map (db m93549) HM
92 New York, Chenango County, Bainbridge — Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton
Routes of the Armies of General John Sullivan and General James Clinton 1779 An expedition against the hostile Indian nations which checked the aggressions of the English and Indians on the frontiers of New York and Pennsylvania, extending . . . Map (db m92998) HM
93 New York, Chenango County, Greene — Go-Won-Go Mohawk
An Indian princess lived in this house.Map (db m94151) HM
94 New York, Chenango County, Norwich — "The Castle"
1/4 Mile West The Castle Oneida Indian Fort. Councils held here up to 1790.Map (db m149753) HM
95 New York, Chenango County, Oxford — Lake Warn
According to tradition burial place of Thick Neck, giant Chief of the Antones, a tribe of the Tuscaroras killed by the Oneidas.Map (db m93276) HM
96 New York, Chenango County, Oxford — Site of Ancient Indian Fort
In 1791 early settlers found evidence of this Fort having been in use for many yearsMap (db m92731) HM
97 New York, Chenango County, West Edmeston — 1/4 Mile To Historic Carr Farm
1/4 Mile To Historic Carr Farm Meeting place of Brant's Indians and Tories 1770-1778Map (db m93091) HM
98 New York, Columbia County, Ancram — Signal Hill
Used by Indians for fires. Fires built on this rock could be seen for many miles. Called Green Hill Indian Signal Rock.Map (db m150799) HM
99 New York, Columbia County, Gallatin — Mannessah Home
Site of Mannessah Home Prince Quack Mannessah of the Mohican Shacomeco clan was the last known Indian resident of Gallatin Map (db m144641) HM
100 New York, Columbia County, Hudson — 9 — Spook Rock — Legends & Lore —
Beautiful Indian maiden and her lover from opposing nation rests beneath this rock. When church bell rings, rock turns over, lovers appear.Map (db m129044) HM

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