Town of Oyster Bay unveils marker honoring Washington spy Robert Townsend

Town of Oyster Bay unveils marker honoring Washington spy Robert Townsend

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Town of Oyster Bay unveiled a historical marker Thursday, July 16, honoring Revolutionary War spy Robert Townsend, recognizing the hometown patriot whose intelligence work helped George Washington achieve American independence.  The marker was installed at Fort Hill, Townsend’s final resting place, recognizing both his roles as an undercover...