Washington Oak, Protected white oak tree in Princeton, United States
Washington Oak is a protected white oak tree located at Millett's Hill in Princeton Battlefield State Park. From its position, the tree offers views overlooking the entire battlefield grounds below.
During the Battle of Princeton in 1777, General George Washington gathered his troops near this oak tree to launch a successful counterattack against British forces. The location became a key turning point in the American fight for independence.
The tree became so important to the local community that it appears on the official seals of both Princeton Township and Mercer County. This shows how deeply rooted the place is in the area's identity.
The tree stands on a hilltop position that provides a good vantage point over the entire battlefield grounds. It is best to visit during daylight to take in the surrounding landscape fully.
After the original tree fell in 2000, preservationists planted a sapling grown from one of its acorns in the exact location of its predecessor. This new generation now grows at the historic spot.
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