"Shoremonde" Cottage (Centre Island, New York)

USA / New York / Centre Island / Centre Island, New York
 residence, cottage, LIGC - Long Island Gold Coast, outbuilding

The current cottage was rebuilt by Ormond Smith circa 1913 as part of his estate "Shoremonde" on portions of a 17th century foundation which once supported the John Pratt / Joseph Ludlam family farmhouse. Note portions of the original iron and brick perimeter fence that originally surrounded the Shoremonde estate.
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It was from near this promontory that the young William Ludlam in July of 1781 witnessed the attack on Fort Franklin by three French frigates and five armed brigs.
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Coordinates:   40°54'54"N   73°31'34"W
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