Princeton Battlefield, Revolutionary War battlefield in Princeton, United States
The 681-acre state park contains colonial structures, walking paths, monuments, and the Thomas Clarke House across rolling meadows and wooded areas.
The grounds witnessed General George Washington's forces defeating British troops on January 3, 1777, marking his first victory against British regulars.
The Thomas Clarke House Museum displays period furniture, military artifacts, battle exhibits, and maintains a research library focused on Revolutionary War history.
Visitors can access the battlefield grounds daily from sunrise to sunset through the entrance located 1.5 miles south of Princeton University.
The colonnade monument marks the burial site of 36 soldiers, including 21 British and 15 American troops who died during the battle.
Location: Princeton
Inception: 1777
Part of: Princeton Battlefield / Stony Brook Village Historic District
Website: http://state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/princeton.html
GPS coordinates: 40.33086,-74.67686
Latest update: June 29, 2025 10:33
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