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New Jersey Historical Society

A reenactment of the November 1776 retreat across New Bridge Landing by Washington and his army. From there, the Patriots made their way south, crossed over the Delaware River and set up camp in Bucks County in Pennsylvania. before regrouping. The move enabled a surprise attack on Trenton, which proved to be a turning point in the American Revolutionary War.
Dec 9, 2024

NJ lawmakers consider special license plate for Revolutionary War’s 250th anniversary

During the event, New Jersey was home to more than 600 skirmishes – including three landmark battles that historians consider having changed the course of the war: Trenton, Princeton and Monmouth.