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Stony Point is a town in Rockland County, New York, United States. It is part of the New York City Metropolitan Area. The town is located north of the town of Haverstraw, east and south of Orange County, and west of the Hudson River and Westchester County. The population was 15,059 at the 2010 census. The name of the town stems from a local rocky bluff that projects over the Hudson River.

The town is in the northeastern part of the county. U.S. Route 9W, U.S. Route 202, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway are major north-south routes through the town. Stony Point is included in the North Rockland Central School District. It is the most rural of the five towns in Rockland County.

Life in Stony Point, NY
Stony Point, New York is a town that many call home for the suburban style vibe. The town attains numerous stip malls aongside Route 9W, which have a variety of stores and shops. Many residents frequently enjoy the events at the local library, Rose Memorial Library. Some notable restaurants in the town include Lynch's Restaurant and Knuckles Incorporated. It's also not too far away from the nightlife in Nyack, NY, which is another perk of the suburban town. The residents love the town because it's quiet, yet close enough to the noisy places. It's also just 40 miles north New York City.

As of 2020, the median price for a single family home was around $420,000. To rent an entire home in Stony Point, it cost between a range of $1,300-$3,000.

Historical markers

 * Buckberg Mountain, 112 Buckberg Mountain Road
 * Site of King's Ferry, Route 9W & Park Road – at Stony Point, just north of Stony Point Battlefield. An important river crossing for American troops and supplies during the Revolution, as it was a link between New England and the states to the south; thus the importance of capturing Stony Point from the British in 1779.
 * Site of Springsteel Farm House 1779, 16A Franck Road
 * Washington Wayne Lookout
 * Wilson H. Young Memorial Bridge, East Main Street
 * Site of Springsteel Farm House 1779, 16A Franck Road
 * Stony Point Battlefield, Route 9W & Park Road
 * The First Road, 117 W. Main Street
 * Gilmor Sloane House – The building was put together by Benjiman F. Goodspeed. When he was creating the building in 1856, the structure stemmed from French Renaissance architecture.

History
During the American Revolution, the King's Ferry in Stony Point linked New York and the southern colonies with New England; it was used many times by General George Washington's Continental Army, and in 1781 Washington's French allies used it on their way to the Battle of Yorktown.

The economy of the town improved upon the rediscovery of limestone deposits in the 19th century. The town of Stony Point was founded in 1865 from the northern part of the town of Haverstraw.

Battle of Stony Point
During the American Revolution, defending the area of Stony Point was crucial. Even George Washington himself prioritized keeping Stony Point, along with the areas around it safe. The importance of controlling that area was crucial to the control of West Point, which is why Washington found taking back the area so important. Washington assigned Major Henry Lee and General Anthony Wayne as the men in charge, and knew the importance of controlling the area.

Having control of Stony Point would enable Washington to have the most effective line of communication between certain colonies. The geography of the town attributed into the advantages the area had to offer. For example, the rockiness and woods made it a good place to keep watch over the Hudson River. General Wayne planned his attack accordingly, and executed the attack effectively.

Stony Point was controlled by British troops, but Washington wanted control to help take down their strong naval forces. By taking control, the Americans would gain an advantage over the British for the remainder of the war. Although it wasn't a definitive battle, it still played a major role in the outcome of the American Revolution.

During the Battle of Stony Point, there were many different sources of weaponry. One of the main ones used was a bayonet. The British soldiers relied heavily on the sword on the end of their rifles, simply because it was more effective during the battle. Although it might seem ironic that a sord can out do a firearm, but the bayonets were extremely effective if trained for it. Also, the rifles at the time of the battle had flaws, such as it being too light. General Wayne took note of this, and advised his side to stay away from the use of rifles. He encouraged the use of muskets and bayonets for the same reasoning.

One of the most unrecognized contributions of during the Battle of Stony Point, was an African-American slave named 'Pompey." At the time, Pompey realized the willingness for the American troops to go the extra mile for victory, which is why he offered to help. Part of his duties were too sell and deliver food, and he frequently spoke with British troops. After acquiring information, he then brought it over to the American troops. This enabled Wayne to attack the British when they least expected in the area of Stony Point, all because of Pompey's courageous efforts.

Geography[edit]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 31.6 square miles (81.8 km2), of which 27.6 square miles (71.5 km2) is land and 4.0 square miles (10.3 km2), or 12.58%, is water.

The western town line is the border of Orange County, and the eastern town line is defined by the Hudson River, with Westchester County on the opposite shore.

Education
The Town of Stony Point is part of the North Rockland Central School District. Students in Stony Point have a plethora of educational opportunities. The district conducts schooling from kindergarten though 5th grade, 6th grade through 8th grade, and finally 9th grade through 12th grade. The town also attains a private Catholic School, Immaculate Conception School, which conducts schooling from kindergarten through grade 8. The average total SAT score is over 1000 for students in the town.

Landmarks and places of interest

 * Berlin Wall segment outside the Stony Point Justice Court[circular reference]
 * Gilmor Sloane House – 17 Crickettown Rd. An 1856 Victorian mansion with no televisions or telephones. An 1888 Barn Playhouse (Penguin Rep) on grounds.
 * Harriman State Park – A large state park partly in the western part of the town.
 * Bear Mountain State Park –
 * Iona Island and Marsh – Between Jones Point and Bear Mountain. It was previously called "Weyants Island".
 * Patriot Hills Golf Club – Ranked 20th Best Public Golf Course in New York 2010 by Golf Magazine
 * Pyngyp School - (NRHP)
 * Stony Point Battlefield – A state historic site, off Route 9W, Stony Point – Occupied by the British in 1779. (NRHP)
 * Stony Point Light – In the 1800's and early 1900's the Hudson River Lighthouses allowed ships to travel safely through the waters. This was crucial as the Hudson River is one of the largest rivers in New York State. The Hudson River stretched from New York City, New York, all the way up to Albany, New York. The large river attained a total of 13 lighthouses in its route, and Stony Point opened theirs in 1826. The lighthouse is located on the Stony Point Battlefield, and is still open for tourists to view.
 * William H. Rose House (NRHP)

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