George Washington marker

George Washington marker
Originally uploaded by wereldmuis.

The marker says: 1732-1932 Route of George Washington 1775 & 1789.

The Mattabesett trail crosses another, minor trail, which is purported to have been used by George Washington on two occasions (hence, the marker). It makes me a bit thoughtful when I see a sign like this; thinking about Washington and his troops marching along the ground where I stand now gives me an eerie feeling. There's a firing range in the area, so you constantly hear the sound of gunfire along most of this trail; it's very apropos.