Oyster River Massacre
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N 43° 07.864 W 070° 55.092
19T E 343981 N 4777155
Oyster River Massacre - Durham
Waymark Code: WMA3Z
Location: New Hampshire, United States
Date Posted: 04/09/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
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On July 18, 1694, a force of about 250 Indians under command of the French soldier, de Villies, 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.
Marker Name: Oyster River Massacre

Official Marker Number: 50

Marker Type: Official NH State

Marker Location: Durham

Date Marker Established: 1967

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