American traditional in Riverhead, New York

Welcome to 1844 Brooklyn - Boston Line, a unique local business located in the historic Greenport, New York, 11944. Our name pays homage to a significant chapter in American rail history—the establishment of the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and its ambitious plan to connect New York to Boston via Greenport. This visionary route, conceived in the early 19th century, was designed to outpace the traditional path through southern Connecticut by avoiding major water crossings, thus offering a more efficient journey. The LIRR, one of the oldest railroads in the United States, began its journey as the Brooklyn and Jamaica Rail Road in 1832, with the goal of creating a rail line that spanned the entire length of Long Island. By 1834, it was officially chartered, and by 1844, the tracks reached Greenport, establishing a vital link that reduced travel time between New York and Boston from nearly fifteen hours to eleven. This achievement marked a significant milestone in American transportation history.

Welcome to the PFC Garfield M. Langhorn Memorial Park, a place of reflection and remembrance located in Riverhead, New York. This serene park is dedicated to the memory of Private First Class Garfield McConnell Langhorn, a heroic United States Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient for his extraordinary bravery during the Vietnam War. Born on September 10, 1948, in Cumberland, Virginia, Garfield M. Langhorn was a courageous individual who served his country with distinction. While serving as a radio operator with Troop C, 7th Squadron (Airmobile), 17th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Aviation Brigade, Pfc. Langhorn displayed exceptional valor. On January 15, 1969, during a rescue mission near Plei Djereng in Pleiku Province, South Vietnam, he made the ultimate sacrifice by throwing himself on an enemy grenade to save the lives of his fellow soldiers.