Home of the Molly Stark Cannon - New Hampshire Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

The cannon, named affectionately after General John Stark’s wife, is the subject of a lengthy and interesting history

Marker text: This brass four-pounder, cast in 1743, was captured August 15, 1777 at the Battle of Bennington by Gen. John Stark's troops. Gen. Stark presented "Old Molly" to the New Boston Artillery Company of the 9th Regiment of New Hampshire Militia, for its part in the battle. The artillery company was reorganized in 1938 and maintains a permanent home for "Molly Stark" in New Boston.

Marker Name: Home of the Molly Stark Cannon Official Marker Number: 146 Marker Type: Official NH State Marker Location: New Boston Date Marker Established: Not listed

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