New York’s Oldest Town Is In the Capital Region

The Capital Region of New York has an extremely rich history.

And when you take a look back, you will find that each of our city's and towns is associated with some interesting state or United States historical facts.

Saratoga Was The Turning Point of the Revolutionary War

The Battle at Saratoga was an important victory for Colonial forces and what History calls a "...crucial turning point in the Revolutionary War."

Troy Is The Birthplace of Uncle Sam

According to History the United States nickname 'Uncle Sam' can be linked back to Troy-based meatpacker Samuel Wilson. His beef fed our troops in the War of 1812 which they referred to as 'Uncle Sam's.'

Schenectady Is Home To General Electric

Affectionately known as "The Electric City" because of General Electric, legendary inventor Thomas Edison founded "what would become" the iconic company in Schenectady according to the city's website.

Now Albany has many claims to fame, but its age is the one we will focus on here!

Albany Is The Oldest Town/City In the State of New York

According to Redbook, Albany was established in 1624 making it the Empire State's oldest town or city which eventually became the state's capital in 1797.