Fort Mercer, Revolutionary War fortification in Red Bank Battlefield, United States
Fort Mercer stands on the Delaware River bank, featuring earthwork walls and defensive structures that protected Philadelphia's water access during colonial times.
On October 22, 1777, four hundred American soldiers at Fort Mercer successfully defended against twelve hundred Hessian troops, causing substantial enemy casualties.
The James and Ann Whitall House within the fort grounds transformed into a field hospital during the battle, where wounded soldiers received medical care.
The fort site offers guided tours through preserved military structures, earthworks, and educational displays explaining the Delaware River defense system.
Archaeological excavations in 2022 revealed a mass grave containing remains of thirteen Hessian soldiers who perished during the 1777 battle.
Location: National Park
Inception: 1777
GPS coordinates: 39.86920,-75.18740
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:09
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