History

This is a file listing our town's civil war soldiers and war dead. 

2011 marks the 150th anniversary of the start of hostilities in the American Civil War.  The start of the conflict was April 12, 1861.  In a solemn remembrance of this occasion and those lost in our communities, churches across Rensselaer County will toll their bells at noon on April 12, 2011.  You are invited to join members of the our community on that date at Nassau Town Hall, 29 Church Street, Nassau, for recognition of this anniversary starting at 11:45 a.m.

Scores of Rensselaer County families were forever impacted by this devastating conflict.  This small act is a way to remember the sacrifices of so many who came before us and reminds us of those fighting for freedom today.

The ringing of the bells and this brief cremony is the Town of Nassau’s first recognition of this anniversary year.  The Town’s Historic Preservation Committee will continue to work with volunteers to produce free events and programs for the public this year.  Please be sure to visit this website for more information.

If you hear the bells at noon on April 12, please take a moment to remember sacrifice and give thanks.

 

Click here for a listing of other Civil War events throughout New York State in 2011.