Patriot Burials - Smithtown, New York
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N 40° 51.437 W 073° 11.221
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Historical Marker: Patriot Burials. This special historical marker series commemorates patriot burials. It is an opportunity to recognize those who fought in or were involved with the struggle for American independence.
Waymark Code: WM18Q23
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 09/08/2023
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Inscription:
Smithtown Cemetery
Revolutionary War Patriot
Zephaniah Platt buried here.
Imprisoned for hiding rebel
Whaleboats in his barn.
Zephaniah Platt (1704-1778) was taken prisoner in 1776 following the discovery of whale boats in his barn. These boats were allegedly used to harass the British on Long Island during the Revolution. Zephaniah Platt, then in his 70s, fell ill while imprisoned and died a short time after his release.
Marker Name: Patriot Burials
Marker Type: Roadside
Agency: William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Dedication Date: 2021
City/Town/Village Name: Smithtown
County: Suffolk
Region: Long Island (Region 10)
Website: [Web Link]
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