Revolutionary War: Old Sow Signal Beacon Plaque, 1975

Name/Title

Revolutionary War: "Old Sow" Signal Beacon Plaque, 1975

Entry/Object ID

2025.071.001

Description

Photographs of the “Old Sow” Cannon and Signal Beacon Plaque located at 226 Hobart Ave. (Near the intersection of Beacon Rd.) in Summit, New Jersey. The Beacon and Cannon were used to alert local militiamen of danger during the Revolutionary War and, in the case, before the Battle of Springfield. Photographs were taken by Harvey Reed in April 1975.

Photograph Details

Type of Photograph

Color Slide

Acquisition

Accession

2025.071

Source or Donor

Scott Borzner

Acquisition Method

Gift