General Herkimer Marker at Utica, New York

General Herkimer Marker at Utica, New York. This marker commemorates the relief column commanded by Nicholas Herkimer that encamped near this spot on the night of August 4. On August 6, Herkimer's force will be ambushed within miles of Fort Stanwix. In the ensuing battle, Herkimer's force will suffer horrendous casualties, including Herkimer. 

The marker is on New York State Route 5, west of Windfall Road, on the right when traveling west.

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