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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FGC_herschell-spillman-steam-boiler_North-Tonawanda-NY.html
In 1872 the Armitage-Herschell Company established itself as an iron foundry in North Tonawanda. The Armitage-Herschell foundry forged iron farm equipment, storm sewer grates, and many other implements. Among the others, was the steam boiler which…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FBP_niagara-county-medal-of-honor-monument_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
In memory of all Americans in the armed forces who sacrificed their lives in a time of need to preserve the freedom of this great nation.
The American Legion, Department of New York, Niagara County Committee, October 11, 1986.
Korean Conflict 19…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FBO_niagaras-industrial-beginnings-and-the-establishment-of-the-state-reservation_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
In 1805, New York State sold the land around the falls, and mills and other businesses that used the Niagara river for power were established. These industries provided the local community with needed services, helping the area to prosper. When th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FBN_british-forces-landed-at-mouth-of-4-mile-creek_Youngstown-NY.html
British forces under Brig. Gen John Prideaux and Sir William Johnson landed at mouth of 4 mile creek, July 6, 1759. Besieged Fort Niagara.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FAT_the-great-gorge-route_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
The Great Gorge Route (1895-1935) once offered spectacular trolley rides through the Niagara Gorge. Initially, the route ran from Niagara Falls to Lewiston, NY. After the Lewiston-Queenston Suspension Bridge opened in 1899, however, the line conne…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5Q_whirlpool-rapids_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
The violent waters of the Whirlpool Rapids flow into the Eddy Basin before entering the Whirlpool.A major change took place here about 7,000 years ago, when water volume was low. The connection between Lake Huron and Lake Erie was cut off and the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5P_welcome-to-whirlpool-state-park_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
Established in 1928, Whirlpool State Park's 109 acres support a variety of flora and fauna and provide opportunities for cycling, fishing, hiking bird watching, and picnicking. Approximately three miles of hiking trails include a rim trail with ma…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5L_tragedy-at-devils-hole-natural-history-of-devils-hole_Niagara-Falls-NY.html
Tragedy at Devil's HolePontiac's Rebellion The British victory in the French and Indian War (1754-1763) resulted in an uprising under Pontiac, an Ottawa leader, against the British presence in the Upper Great Lakes region. The Niagara Portage was …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5K_the-sluice-and-hall-spillway_Lockport-NY.html
Three waterways: Culvert No. 125, the old raceway, and Eighteen Mile Creek, met the canal in this area.The old raceway entered the canal about 125 feet east of this point and has since been abandoned. It was used to supply the lower level of the c…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5D_those-who-served-in-the-world-war_Ransomville-NY.html
Erected in appreciation of those who served in the World War and in memory of these who did not come back.
Corporal O. Leo Curtiss, CO. M, 7th Inf., 3rd Div. Killed in action at Chateau - Thierry, July 25, 1918.
Private Albert J. Chest…