The Old Portage Road
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Rayman
N 42° 18.244 W 079° 34.179
17T E 617893 N 4684528
Quick Description: A New York historical marker located just outside the downtown area of Westfield, NY.
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 7/4/2007 9:08:42 PM
Waymark Code: WM1T4K
Views: 50
Long Description:
Built by Celoron in 1749 when he explored and claimed this region for France. Followed an Indian trail and crossed the highway at this point in 1753.
Marker Name: The Old Portage Road
Marker Type: Roadside
Agency: Paterson Chapter DAR
Dedication Date: -9223372036854775808
City/Town/Village Name: Westfield
County: Chautauqua
Region: Chautauqua-Allegheny (Region 1)
Website: [Web Link]
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