History of Lake George, New York, USA

1757 - August - Seige of Fort William Henry
The Siege of Fort William Henry was conducted in August 1757 by French General Louis-Joseph de Montcalm against the British-held Fort William Henry. The fort, located at the southern end of Lake George, on the frontier between the British Province of New York and the French Province of Canada, was garrisoned by a poorly supported force of British regulars and provincial militia led by Lieutenant Colonel George Monro. After several days of bombardment, Monro surrendered to Montcalm, whose force included nearly 2,000 Indians from a large number of tribes. The terms of surrender included the withdrawal of the garrison to Fort Edward, with specific terms that the French military protect the British from the Indians as they withdrew from the area.


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General Henry Knox and his troops passed through here in the winter of 1775-76 with a load of 59 cannons pulled by teams of oxen.
The cannons were captured from the British at Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point. They were transported from Lake Champlain to Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts and used by George Washington's army on March 17, 1776 (Evacuation Day) to free Boston from British control during the American Revolutionary War.

1854 - Caldwell
Caldwell, a post-village, capital of Warren county. New York, on the S. end of Lake George, 62 miles N. from Albany. It contains a court house and several stores and mills. A steamboat plies between this place and the outlet of the lake. Caldwell is much visited in summer by tourists, on ac count of its beautiful scenery. Here is a large hotel, called the Lake George House.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1860 - August 3 - American Canoe Association founded at Lake George NY

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1895 - Caldwell / Lake George
Caldwell, or Lake George, a post-village, capital of Warren co., N.Y., is finely situated at the S. end of Lake George, in Caldwell township, about 60 miles N. of Albany, 20 miles S.W. of Whitehall, and 9 miles N. of Glenn's Falls. It is a celebrated summer resort, and is surrounded by beautiful scenery. It has a court-house, 2 churches, and 6 hotels, one of which, the "Fort William Henry," will accommodate 500 guests. Pop. of the township, 1267. Steamboats navigate the lake, which is studded with hundreds of islands. The name of the post-office is Lake George.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1902 - ONE WOMAN IS KILLED, MANY PERSONS INJURED. CARS CRASH TOGETHER ON HUDSON VALLEY ELECTRIC LINE. COLLISION OCCURS NEAR SUMMER HOTEL AT LAKE GEORGE, N. Y., AND GUESTS ACT AS RESCUERS.
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Lake George, N. Y., July 9. - A trolley car accident in which one woman, MRS. MAUDE STOCKWELL of Stillwater, was killed and about twenty persons were injured, took place this afternoon at 5:30 o'clock on the Hudson Valley Electric line directly in front of the Casino of the Fort William Henry Hotel.

An express car from Glens Falls, bound for Warrensburg, and a special car, which was carrying a party of excursionists, who were returning from Warrensburg to Stillwater, came together with terrific foce[sic]. The car carrying the excursionists, which was running on a down grade at the moment of the collision, was going at the rate of thirty miles an hour, according to the estimate of those who were on it.

The force of the collision was such that the two cars were wedged together for a space of fully two feet, and every seat in the passenger car was broken. The passenger car was carrying about sixty passengers. They were members of the Stillwater... Read MORE...

1909 - LAKE GEORGE RESORT BURNS. Fort William Henry Hotel Is Destroyed with $250,000 Loss.
LAKE GEORGE, N. Y., June 24. - The main building of the Fort William Henry Hotel at Lake George, owned by the Delaware and Hudson Company, was destroyed by fire early this morning, entailing a loss estimated at $250,000, and covered by about $150,000 insurance. Fortunately, there were no guests in the hotel, which was to be opened for the season June 27. The surrounding structures were saved, the fire being confined to the main building.

The fire apparently started in the servants quarters under the dining room and spread rapidly. The building destroyed was being remodeled at a cost of $30,000.

The Fort William Henry was originally built in 1856, but since the Delaware and Hudson Company assumed control it has been extensively remodeled. The hotel accommodated about 500 guests and was handsomely furnished.

The Street Railway Association of the State was scheduled to hold its annual convention here next Tuesday and Wednesday, but owing to the fire it will meet at the Hotel... Read MORE...

1916
Lake George, a summer-resort of Warren co., N.Y. See Caldwell.

Caldwell, now officially known as Lake George, a post-village, capital of Warren co., N.Y., is finely situated at the S. end of Lake George, in Caldwell township (town), 60 miles N. of Albany and 20 miles SW. of Whitehall. It is a celebrated summer-resort and is surrounded by beautiful scenery. West of it rises Prospect Mountain, 2020 feet. Near here are the picturesque ruins of Fort George. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1465.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Lake George has something for everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Lake George:
Lake George Village: Start your visit in the heart of it all, Lake George Village. This charming town is packed with shops, restaurants, and attractions. Take a leisurely stroll along Canada Street to explore the boutiques and art galleries.

Lake George Beach: Enjoy the pristine waters of Lake George at the public beach. It's a fantastic spot for swimming, sunbathing, and picnicking. You can also rent paddleboards, kayaks, and boats if you're feeling adventurous.

Fort William Henry Museum: Immerse yourself in the region's history at Fort William Henry Museum. Learn about the French and Indian War through interactive exhibits and reenactments. The fort also offers beautiful views of Lake George.

Adirondack Winery: If you're a wine lover, make sure to stop by the Adirondack Winery. They offer tastings of their locally crafted wines and have a charming wine-tasting room right in Lake George Village.

Lake George Steamboat Company: Take a cruise on one of the historic... Read MORE...