Historical Markers StoppingPoints.com Historical Markers, Sightseeing & Points of Interest Scenic Roads & Points of Interest
About Us | Photo Gallery | Free Widgets | Featured States | Search Site
Register or Edit LoginRegister
Home New Hampshire Strafford County Durham Historical Markers Oyster River Massacre
     

Oyster River Massacre

21 Newmarket Rd, Durham, NH 03824-2800 , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 43° 7' 52.248", -70° 55' 6.7764"
  New Hampshire NH State Historical Marker
New Hampshire State
Historical Marker



 
   
OYSTER RIVER MASSACRE
On July 18, 1694, a force of about 250 Indians under command of the French soldier, de Villieu, attacked settlements in this area on both sides of the Oyster River, killing or capturing approximately 100 settlers, destroying five garrison houses and numerous dwellings. It was the most devastating French and Indian raid in New Hampshire during King William's War.



Last updated: 9/21/2011 11:05
 
   
 
 
Oyster River Massacre Historical Marker Location Map, Durham, New Hampshire