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Troy, New York: Hometown of Uncle Sam

Address:
Broadway, Troy, NY
Directions:
Map point is for downtown's Monument Square. Uncle Sam sites range outward from this spot, although the impressive monument has nothing to do with Sam.
Admission:
Free
RA Rates:
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Uncle Sam recruitment poster art.

Hometown of Uncle Sam

Patriotic icon of America on the march, Uncle Sam was based on a real guy from the early 19th century. His hometown has tributes and landmarks.

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Nearby Offbeat Places

Uncle Sam's Chamber PotUncle Sam's Chamber Pot, Troy, NY - < 1 mi.
Aluminum Statue of Uncle SamAluminum Statue of Uncle Sam, Troy, NY - < 1 mi.
False Grave of Uncle SamFalse Grave of Uncle Sam, Troy, NY - < 1 mi.
In the region:
Uncle Sam Brewery Mural, Troy, NY - < 1 mi.

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