Historic Marker for American Revolutionary War Veterans To Be Unveiled in Port Douglas
September 29, 2026 -- 1:00 PM
Port Douglas Cemetery, Highland Road, Keeseville, NY
On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a historic roadside marker will be unveiled in Port Douglas, commemorating the military service of American Revolutionary War veterans. This marker was generously funded by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation under their Patriot Burials program, which recognizes individuals who fought in or were involved with the struggle for American independence. This Patriot Burial marker was applied for in collaboration with the Empire State Society Sons of the American Revolution.
The unveiling will be held at 1:00 PM at the Port Douglas Cemetery, Highland Road, Keeseville, NY. The marker honors American Revolutionary War veterans Rufus Norton, Asahel Strong, and Joshua Wells, Jr. The ceremony will include brief remarks and wreath laying. The ceremony will take place outdoors, rain or shine, and will last approximately twenty minutes. Seating and restrooms will not be provided; attendees are welcome to bring chairs if desired. Immediately following the unveiling, a reception will be held at the cemetery.
The Anderson Falls Heritage Society would be honored to have you attend.
Port Douglas Cemetery, Highland Road, Keeseville, NY
On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a historic roadside marker will be unveiled in Port Douglas, commemorating the military service of American Revolutionary War veterans. This marker was generously funded by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation under their Patriot Burials program, which recognizes individuals who fought in or were involved with the struggle for American independence. This Patriot Burial marker was applied for in collaboration with the Empire State Society Sons of the American Revolution.
The unveiling will be held at 1:00 PM at the Port Douglas Cemetery, Highland Road, Keeseville, NY. The marker honors American Revolutionary War veterans Rufus Norton, Asahel Strong, and Joshua Wells, Jr. The ceremony will include brief remarks and wreath laying. The ceremony will take place outdoors, rain or shine, and will last approximately twenty minutes. Seating and restrooms will not be provided; attendees are welcome to bring chairs if desired. Immediately following the unveiling, a reception will be held at the cemetery.
The Anderson Falls Heritage Society would be honored to have you attend.
