Description
“Old Sow” Beacon Cannon
A beacon cannon, nicknamed “Old Sow”, was strategically placed at Prospect Hill, situated somewhere between Springfield and Chatham. John Pike of the Essex County Militia, serving under Captain Horton, was manning the cannon when it accidentally discharged. Soldier Pike succumbed to his injuries on February 5, 1779. His burial location is unknown.
Listing Overview
“Old Sow” Beacon Cannon
A beacon cannon, nicknamed “Old Sow”, was strategically placed at Prospect Hill, situated somewhere between Springfield and Chatham. John Pike of the Essex County Militia, serving under Captain Horton, was manning the cannon when it accidentally discharged. Soldier Pike succumbed to his injuries on February 5, 1779. His burial location is unknown.
Location
Luke Miller House
- 105 Ridgedale Avenue, Ridgedale Park, Madison, Morris County, New Jersey, 07940, United States
Lord Stirling’s House
- 461 Green Village Road, Green Village, Chatham Township, Morris County, New Jersey, 07935, United States
