Field of La Belle Famille - Youngstown, NY
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Marker describing the Battle of La Belle Famille, near Youngstown, NY.
Waymark Code: WMQ2Q3
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 12/07/2015
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The Battle of La Belle Famille occurred in July 1759, between British and Indian forces and the French forces that occupied these lands. Over two days, the British overpowered the French, causing their retreat from the Fort Niagara area.
Marker text reads:
Field of
La Belle Famille
Where on July 24, 1759
French Forces of
Capt Francois
Le Marchand De Lignery
And Capt Charles Alery
With Indian allies,
Hastening To Relief of
Fort Niagara Were Defeated
By British and Indians Under
Lieut Col Eyre Massey
Erected By
New York State Education Department
1936
Group that erected the marker: New York State Education Department
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
State Route 18F
Youngstown, NY USA
14174
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