1799 Ninth Regiment Plaque

Tucked beside 113 University Place, this brass plaque honors the 1799 Ninth Regiment, one of New York’s earliest volunteer militia units. The bronze tablet is embedded in the sidewalk, protected by a low black frame—an easy stop while passing between Union Square and Washington Square Park. Visitors pause to read the inscription and snap a quick photo, adding a small slice of Revolutionary-era history to an otherwise modern stretch of Manhattan. The plaque appears unchanged for years, quietly anchoring local memory to a moment when local militias drilled to defend the young republic. Archival sources and military maps place the Ninth Regiment’s muster point within a block of this spot in the early 1800s. The inscription notes engagements that predate the War of 1812, tying neighborhood streets to broader conflicts. Pedestrians often glance down while waiting for lights, offering a brief counterpoint to the city’s relentless forward motion. For directions, pull up 113 University Place, University Pl New York, NY 10003 and call (212) 555-0199 for guidance on the quickest walking route from any subway stop.