Memorial to Four Unknown Soldiers

A Memorial to Four Unknown Soldiers

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who fell September 8, 1755 on the Bloody Morning Scout led by Col. Ephraim Williams and King Hendrick against the French and Indians under Baron Dieskau.

The remains were disinterred in building a state highway in 1931 and reburied under this monument.

Erected by State Education and Conservation Departments

and New York State Historical Association

1935

Marker can be reached from Fort George Road, on the left when traveling south.

Courtesy hmdb.org

Credits and Sources:

HMDB