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Saint Paul's Church National Historic SiteDiscover more about one of the oldest parish churches in New York State
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Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site
Frequently Asked Questions
 

How many people are buried in the cemetary?

-over 6,000 burials.

Are there any slaves buried in the church yard?

-Yes.

Was the mass American grave site a result of the Battle of Pell's Point?

-No, the deaths were a result of another action in Tuchahoe and were reentered at Saint Paul's Church.

May we being an picnic?

-Yes, in designated areas.
Confederate artillerists on Marye's Heights  

Did You Know?
Burnside's objective in attacking Marye's Heights is unknown. His orders simply state, "Push a column of a division or more along the Plank and Telegraph roads, with a view to seizing the heights in the rear of the town."

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Last Updated: July 26, 2006 at 13:57 EST