Posted in Rhode Island June 16, 2017 by

The Deadly History Of This Rhode Island Monument Is Terrifying But True

Living in one of the original colonies means quite a few things for New Englanders. We can enjoy gorgeous historic sites like old colonial homes, fantastic museums, and so much more. It also means there are plenty of examples of dark histories lingering all over. Many would argue that Rhode Island is even among the most haunted states, if you believe in that sort of thing. Here is one old story that is still chilling to those who visit this place.

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The Great Swamp Massacre Monument stands in the middle of a peaceful hiking trail in South Kingstown. The easy going mile hike through the woods almost feels interrupted by this man-made structure that suddenly appears into sight. Anyone who stumbles upon it unknowingly can't help but wonder what it represents.
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Unfortunately the past tragedy it stands to remind us of is not one for the faint of heart. This monument stands at the site of the Great Swamp Massacre, an event that took the lives of what some scholars estimate were in the hundreds.
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The massacre occurred during the King Philips war and was waged against the native Narragansett tribe. The attack occurred on December 19th, 1675.
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Visiting this site and considering the great battle that occurred here is a powerful, and eerie experience.
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To learn more about the history of Rhode Island, click here.