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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZWR_corp-james-a-gere_Freehold-NJ.html
This tree planted Nov. 11th, 1928in memory ofCorp. James A. GereCo. G ? 39th Inf. ? 4th Div.Died of wounds received in action atChateau Thierry, France, Aug. 30, 1918.Presented by John Gere and David V. Perrine
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZWQ_historic-st-peters-episcopal-church_Freehold-NJ.html
Listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places December 22, 1997Listed on the National Register of Historic Places March 19, 1998First Service - October 10, 1701Construction begun on this site - July 1771Restoration program 1996-2002Made pos…
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The oldest building in continuous use in downtown Freehold1702 ? First service (at Topanemus)1736 ? Charter from King George II1771 ? Construction began on the present building1778 ? Local lore says the building sheltered wounded during the battle…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZWN_revolutionary-ancestors-of-monmouth-court-house_Freehold-NJ.html
In memory ofthe Revolutionary ancestorsofMonmouth Court House ChapterDaughters ofthe American RevolutionFreehold, New Jersey.1937
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZWM_abraham-lincoln_Freehold-NJ.html
With malice toward nonewith charity for all. This bust a gift of Maurice Podell, sculptor
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMZWK_monmouth-battle-monument_Freehold-NJ.html
This monument commemorates the pivotal June 28, 1778 Battle of Monmouth which began near this site. A campaign to erect the memorial, led by Freehold native Governor Joel Parker and Major James S. Yard, began in 1877. Its cornerstone was laid on t…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMP3A_retreat_Freehold-NJ.html
On this hill, an angry George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Armies, met his second-in-command, Major-General Charles Lee, and demanded "What is all this? What all that confusion was for, and retreat?" Washington had sent Lee…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMP39_washington-checked-lees-retreat_Freehold-NJ.html
In memoriumJune 28, 1778This tablet is erectedon the field of theBattle of Monmouthto commemorate the imperishabledeeds of valiant Americans"at the turn of the tide"in theAmerican Revolution.Near this spot Washington checkedLee's retreat and broug…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM4CU_battle-of-monmouth-monument_Freehold-NJ.html
There is no plaque on this monument. There are titles under the brass reliefs of historic events that surround the column.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM4BB_columbia-triumphant-park-and-statue_Freehold-NJ.html
Monmouth County Historical SiteColumbia Triumphant ParkThis granite carving of Columbia Triumphant-also known as Liberty Triumphant-was part of the original statue placed atop the monument located on nearby Court Street commemorating the June 28, …
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