Rowland-Moran House
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http://hdl.handle.net/11134/80002:350
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Photographer (pht): Wright, Mabel Osgood, 1859-1934
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Rowland-Moran House
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reformatted digital
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Description |
Description
Built by Andrew Rowland in 1760, the house was reportedly spared by the British during the burning of Fairfield in 1779 because of an act of courtesy to a British officer years before. According to popular legend, Rowland's son warned the town of the British troop's arrival.
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Use and Reproduction |
Use and Reproduction
All rights reserved by the Fairfield Museum and History Center. Please contact us for information about reproduction.
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Coordinates |
Coordinates
41.140727, -73.254031
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Local Identifier
MOW-151-Rowland-Moran House
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