Nine Men's Misery
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A stone memorial in Cumberland, Rhode Island, marking the site where nine colonists were killed during King Philip's War in 1676, considered the oldest veteran's memorial in the United States.

📜 Historic stone memorial from 1676, oldest veteran's memorial in the US.
🔍 Marks the spot where nine colonists were killed during King Philip's War.

Why Go

🚶 Explore a significant historical site
🌲 Walk peaceful trails on former monastery grounds
👻 Visit a location known for paranormal stories

Why Avoid

🗺️ Grave markers and trails are not easily visible or signposted

Tips

🅿️ Parking available behind the old monastery/library.
🚶 Trail maps may be available on the Cumberland Library’s website.
🗓️ The site is open to the public year-round.

🅿️ Parking

Behind the old Cumberland Monastery/Public Library.

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