First Naval Battle of the American Revolution
This anchor symbolizes the historic ties that Machias people have with the sea, and their commitment to liberty as exemplified in the first naval battle of the American Revolution fought in Machias Bay between the British ship Margaretta and the Machias sloop Unity June 12, 1775.
Dedicated June 13, 1975
Marker is at the intersection of Dublin Street and Obrien Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Dublin Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
