Campaign of 1781
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 36° 41.764 W 078° 53.977
17S E 687637 N 4063212
Historical marker commemorating Nathaniel Greene's crossing of the Dan River during the Revolutionary War.
Waymark Code: WM2H14
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 11/02/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member flyingmoose
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Campaign of 1781 - UL-2

Boyd's and Irwin's Ferries to the west were used by Nathanael Greene in his passage of Dan River, in mid-February, 1781, while Cornwallis was in close pursuit, Edward Carrington collected the boats for the crossing. ~ text of marker

Marker Number: UL-2

Marker Title: Campaign of 1781

Marker Location: Along street in South Boston

County or Independent City: South Boston

Web Site: [Web Link]

Marker Program Sponsor: Virginia Conservvation Commission
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