History Of Seaford Dates Back Three Centuries, Includes Washington

SEAFORD, NY — It's one of the main stops on the Long Island Rail Road's Babylon branch with 15,000 residents.

But do you know where the name Seaford comes from?

It was during the 19th century that the land started to prosper. But its namesake dates back to the arrival of Captain John Seaman (think Seamans Neck Road) two centuries prior.

The captain hailed from-- wait for it-- Seaford, England.

Before it was named Seaford, European settlers first called it "Jerusalem South," according to the Long Island Exchange.

Having the LIRR in place was an impetus for Seaford's growth. It took a step into the modern era when Sunrise Highway was built in 1929.

Seaman may have gotten Seaford on the map, but the Native Americans were here as well.

A historical marker notes that the Indian Trail was purchased from the Massapequa Indians in 1664 by Seaman.

The Marsapeaques, who were the original settlers of Seaford, called the area "Great Water Land."

Another marker signifies a spot in Seaford where George Washington traveled in 1790 as president during a tour of Long Island. It was a return as a conquering hero for the former Army general, who led the troops to the Battle of Long Island 14 years earlier.

That's just a quick overview of some of the history in Seaford.

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