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Colonel Anthony Van Egmond 1778-1838

A native of Holland and a veteran of the Napoleonic Wars, Van Egmond was one of the most prominent early settlers in the Huron Tract. A strong supporter of William Lyon Mackenzie, he led the ill-fated skirmish at Montgomery's Tavern during the Rebellion of 1837. He was captured and died in prison while awaiting trial.

Location At the entrance to the Egmondville Cemetery, where his grave is located, West Bayfield and Church Streets, Egmondville
Tourism Region Southwestern Ontario
County/District County of Huron
Municipality Municipality of Huron East

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