Freedom Road - Highland Falls, New York
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 41° 22.116 W 073° 57.920
18T E 586531 N 4580192
Historical marker along West Point Highway in Highland Falls on the route followed by the released Iranian hostages.
Waymark Code: WM47WY
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 07/19/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Rayman
Views: 16

FREEDOM ROAD

The route traveled by 52 American Hostages from Stewart Airport to West Point after their release from captivity in Iran January 25, 1981 ~ text of marker

Marker Name: Freedom Road

Marker Type: Roadside

City/Town/Village Name: Highland Falls

County: Orange

Region: Hudson Valley (Region 9)

Website: [Web Link]

Agency: Not listed

Dedication Date: Not Listed

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