By Barrett Seaman– In 1853, the good folk of Tarrytown sought out a place in the village where they could erect a monument to the patriot militiamen who captured the British spy, Major John Andre and learned of the treachery of General Benedict Arnold. A couple who owned land in the heart of town offered to donate a large parcel in what is now the southern half of Patriots Park. It was most appropriate as it was nearby the site […]
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