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Year Constructed/Founded: Constructed in the 19th century
The Nelson House, located in Titusville, NJ, is historically significant due to its proximity to the Delaware River crossing site where George Washington and his troops crossed on the night of December 25-26, 1776, en route to the Battle of Trenton. Although not directly involved in the battle, the house is part of the Washington Crossing Historic District, an area Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Erected: 1893
Towering over the site of the Battle of Trenton, this 148-foot monument honors Washington’s surprise Christmas night attack on Hessian forces. The battle was a turning point in the war, boosting American morale and encouraging reenlistments. Visitors can climb the monument and learn about the artillery placements that helped secure the victory. Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: near present-day
The Trenton Ferry Site served as a key Delaware River crossing during the Revolutionary War and was part of George Washington’s strategic plan for the surprise attack on Trenton in December 1776. Though General James Ewing’s troops were unable to cross there due to harsh conditions, the site highlights the logistical challenges and coordinated effort behind the pivotal Battle of Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Library established: 1900s; Display installed: modern
The library holds a preserved section of the 1789 triumphal arch that honored George Washington’s inauguration. It connects the city’s Revolutionary past to its civic legacy. This piece of history is available to view by the public. Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Built: The farmhouse dates back to 1790, but the land was active during the Revolutionary War
Updike Farmstead, located on Quaker Road in Princeton, sits on land that was directly involved in the Battle of Princeton in January 1777. Though the farmhouse was built after the war, the property itself was traversed by both British and American troops during the conflict. Today, it helps tell the story of how local farmland and families were impacted by Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Established: 1912
Washington Crossing State Park marks the exact site where General George Washington led the Continental Army across the icy Delaware River on Christmas night, 1776—a bold and strategic move that led to the surprise victory over Hessian forces in Trenton the next morning. This daring operation reinvigorated the American cause at a critical moment in the Revolution. Today, the park Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Installed: Early 2000s
This statue captures the bold and perilous crossing of the Delaware River by General George Washington on Christmas night, 1776. It honors the courage and strategy that led to a pivotal American victory at Trenton. A powerful reminder of the risk and sacrifice behind our independence. Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Natural site; historically referenced in 1776
Washington’s Spring, located near 355 Washington Crossing Pennington Road in Titusville, NJ, is a natural landmark traditionally believed to be where George Washington paused for water before the legendary Delaware River crossing on Christmas night, 1776. Though based on local tradition, the site offers a powerful, symbolic connection to the human side of that pivotal moment in the Revolutionary War. Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Erected: 1789 (temporary); Marker remains
Washington’s Triumphal Arch Site, located near State and Broad Streets in Trenton, NJ, marks where a temporary arch was erected in 1789 to honor George Washington as he passed through the city on his way to his presidential inauguration. The arch celebrated his Revolutionary War victories in Trenton and featured 13 columns, floral decorations, and a banner reading, “The Defender Read more...
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Year Constructed/Founded: Built: Circa 1719
Built in 1719, the William Trent House is Trenton’s oldest surviving building and played a strategic role during the Revolutionary War. It was occupied by both British and American forces and used as a military supply depot due to its prime location. The home’s Revolutionary connections make it a vital link to the war’s impact on colonial cities and early Read more...