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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM9CR_the-british-grenadiers_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
Grenadiers were the heavy infantry of 18th-century armies. Normally, British regiments were composed of 10 companies - 8 line companies, 1 light infantry company, and 1 grenadier company. Agile, intelligent men were chosen for the light infantry w…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM9CQ_the-british-rush-the-hedgerow_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
"Riding like a New Market Jockey," British Commander-in-chief, Sir Henry Clinton rushed his men forward hoping to crush the Continental advance force against Spotswood Middle Brook. If he could destroy the Continental Army, he might win the war an…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM9CP_battle-at-the-parsonage_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
Desperate fighting took place here as retreating Continental infantry held off a battalion of British grenadiers. "General Wayne, occupying a barn and orchard in front, gave them a very warm reception."Dr. James McHenry, Secretary to George Was…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM9CN_washington-resumes-the-offensive_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
As the enemy withdrew their artillery and began withdrawing their infantry, Commander-in-Chief George Washington began a cautious offensive designed to boost American morale without risking the destruction of the Continental Army. First, Washin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM9CL_perrine-hill-front-line_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
Seeking to avoid a bloody battle with the approaching British, Washington selected this strong defensive position. Here, a circle of brooks and swamps protected the Continental troops. Commander-in-Chief Washington and Major-General Lord Stirli…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5PS_village-inn_Englishtown-NJ.html
Built in 1732. Here, afterthe Battle of Monmouth,Washington ordered thearrest of Lee, who haddisobeyed battle orders.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5P0_battlefield-archaeology_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
Where Was Molly Hays during the Battle of Monmouth?Documents and Archaeology provides clues. During the Battle, Commander-in-Chief George Washington watched approvingly as Captain Francis Proctor's artillery company cannonaded the British. Jose…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5OX_d-annae-a-french-swedish-style-4-pounder_Manalapan-Township-NJ.html
In 1777, the Continental Army was in desperate need of more field artillery. When 31 Swedish-style 4-pounders arrived in New Hampshire in April, Commander-in-Chief George Washington directed that "they will be forwarded to Camp, as fast as circums…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5OW_home-of-moses-laird_Englishtown-NJ.html
Guide toGeneral George Washingtonbefore the Battle of Monmouthand host to the Generalon the night of June 29, 1778the days following the battle Placed byFrancis Hopkinson ChapterDaughters of the American Revolution1970
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5OQ_village-inn_Englishtown-NJ.html
Here, on June 30, 1778General George Washingtondrafted court martial ordersagainst Major - General Charles Leefor his conduct duringthe Battle of Monmouth Placed by Francis Hopkinson ChapterDaughters American Revolution1964
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