History of Troy, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Troy
Troy, New Hampshire
Cheshire county. This town is bounded N. by Marlborough, E. by Jaffrey, S. by Fitzwilliam, and W. by Richmond and Swanzey. It is about 60 miles S.W. from Concord and 12 S.E. from Keene. The inhabitants are principally agriculturalists. This town was taken from Marlborough and Fitzwilliam, and incorporated in 1815. Population, in 1830, 676.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1891 - FREIGHTS WRECKED. HEAD COLLISION OF TWO HEAVY TRAINS NEAR TROY.
Engineers and Firemen Jump for Their Lives--One Brakeman Slightly Injured--Two Locomotives and Ten Cars Smashed to Pieces--The Blockade Cleared Away Tuesday Morning.

A bad freight train wreck occurred on the Cheshire division of the Fitchburg road between six and seven o'clock Monday evening. The wreck took place near "Farrar's Crossing," just beyond the old pottery on the road from Marlboro' depot to Troy. The collision was doubtless the most violent that ever occurred on the Cheshire road, and although there was not loss of life excepting the premature killing of a dozen or two of fat hogs, the destruction of property must have been large. Old railroad men who have been on the Cheshire division for years, say they never saw a collision which showed such evidences of the terrible force with which the two trains met, and in which so many cars were ground up before the momentum of the on-coming trains was subdued. The lucky escape of employes(sic) from serious injury is a source of... Read MORE...

1906 - Troy
Troy, a post-village of Cheshire co., N.H., in Troy township (town), on the Boston and Maine R., 10 miles SSE. of Keene. The town has manufactures of horse-blankets, pails and tubs. Pop, of the town in 1900, 1527.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of things to do and places to visit in Troy, New Hampshire:
Monadnock State Park: One of the main attractions near Troy is Monadnock State Park. Mount Monadnock is known for its hiking trails, with the summit providing panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking to the top is a popular activity for both locals and visitors.

Granite Gorge: Located just outside of Troy, Granite Gorge is a ski area in the winter, but it also offers activities like zip-lining and tubing during the warmer months. It's a great place for family-friendly outdoor adventures.

Troy Town Common: Take a leisurely stroll through the heart of Troy by visiting the Town Common. This is a central gathering place where you can often find local events and farmers' markets during the summer months. It's also a great spot for a picnic.

Troy Historical Society Museum: Learn about the history of Troy by visiting the local historical society's museum. You'll find artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that tell the story of this New England town and its... Read MORE...