Skirmish at Waters Creek
N 37° 02.459 W 076° 29.200
18S E 367789 N 4100452
A skirmish during the Revolutionary War took place near this location.
Waymark Code: WM12RE
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 12/28/2006
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Capt. Edward Waters gave his name to the Waters Creek when he patented land here in 1624. In the spring of 1781 a force of 80 mounted militia led by Capt. Edward Mallory repulsed a British foraging party loaded with plunder near the mouth of the creek. In a running battle the Virginians pursued the enemy to Newport News Point. Here they regained their boats, but left mortally wounded Capt. Brown behind.
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This marker is located in a scenic spot between Lake Maury and the James River at the "Lions Bridge." An entrance to the Mariner's Museum is nearby. A large number of geocaches are nearby. Growing up in the nearby subdivision, I played along these beaches and trails as a kid.
Marker Title: Skirmish at Waters Creek
Marker Location: Museum Drive at the Lions Bridge
County or Independent City: Newport News
Marker Program Sponsor: Woman's Club of Newport News
Marker Number: Not listed
Web Site: Not listed
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