Memorials of Buffalo, New York
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Title:
Rebecca Gilbert and Elizabeth Peart
Description:
First white women to reside within the limits of Buffalo. Taken as captives from Pennsylvania in 1780, they lived among the Seneca Indians until their release in 1782. Original marker dedicated July 9, 1937. Replaced by the New York State Society Daughters of the American Colonists, Mrs. John R. Landers, State Regent, July 27, 2007.
Erected by:
National Society Daughters of the American Colonists.
Location:
Seneca Indian Park, Buffum Street, South Buffalo.