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Watch Hill is a small, affluent village located in the town of Westerly, Rhode Island, in the United States. The village has a long and rich history, dating back to the early 18th century.

In the early 1700s, Watch Hill was primarily a farming and fishing community. However, as the area became more accessible by water, it also began to attract wealthy summer visitors. By the late 1800s, Watch Hill had become a popular summer resort destination for the rich and famous, including industrialists and politicians.

One of the most famous landmarks in Watch Hill is the Watch Hill Lighthouse, which was built in 1806. The lighthouse played an important role in guiding ships through the dangerous waters around Watch Hill, which were notorious for shipwrecks.