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The Liberty Trail History Makers

Join us in discovering the individuals who shaped the Revolutionary War along The Liberty Trail. 

States of Interest:
Biography
Hannah Ogden Caldwell

Hannah Caldwell of Connecticut Farms, New Jersey was a civilian casualty of the American Revolution. She died instantly when a British soldier fired into her home on June 7, 1780. Recognized as a...

Eutaw Capers
Biography
Jim Capers

Jim Capers, a free African American who courageously served as a Drum Major during the American Revolution, survived brutal battles and close-quarters combat, including being severely wounded at Eutaw...

Thomas Carney
Biography
Thomas Carney

Thomas Carney was an African American soldier who fought in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.

Edward Carrington Engraving
Biography
Edward Carrington

One of Virginia's most capable officers of the American Revolution, Edward Carrington was also a confidant of George Washington and statesman in the early days of the Republic.

Uncovering History

We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse
yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.

A modern-day photo fo Camden Battlefield
Battlefields

Discover the historic fields, farms, and forests across The Liberty Trail where pivotal battles were fought and the foundations of our nation were forged.
Revolutionary War reenactment showing three riders on horses
Events

Discover all The Liberty Trail has to offer through local festivals, re-enactments and community events.
Faneuil Hall Square in Boston
Historic Sites

Journey through The Liberty Trail’s rich historical sites to uncover their pivotal roles in securing America’s independence.
Minute Man National Battlefield Park
Tours

Discover The Liberty Trail through immersive guided tours—right at your fingertips.
boardwalk path through marshy park
State Parks

Discover The Liberty Trail’s diverse parks and forests, where both Loyalists and Patriots once ventured.
image of two women kayaking in swampy water surrounded by trees
Outdoor Activities

Whether you hike, bike, boat, fish or golf, find all your favorite outdoor fun. 
We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.
Washington Crossing State Park in the Fall
State/County Park | Historic Site
Washington Crossing State Park
Titusville, NJ

The location of George Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware, the site is now a state park that offers historical interpretation and several recreational activities.

Historic Site |
Henry Knox Trail Marker at Rensselaer, NY (NY-23)
Rensselaer, NY
The Henry Knox Trail, also known as the Knox Cannon Trail, is a network of roads and paths that traces the route of Colonel Henry Knox's "noble train of artillery" from Crown Point, New York, to the...
DeWint House in winter
Historic Site | Historic House
DeWint House
Tappan, NY

Temporary headquarters for George Washington on several occasions while he was Commander-in-Chief during the American Revolution.

Historic Site |
Lafayette Tour Marker, Cayuga, New York (NY-184)
Cayuga, NY
Lafayette Tour Marker, Cayuga, NY The Lafayette Trail President James Monroe invited the Marquis de Lafayette to visit the United States, his adopted country. Lafayette’s tour of all 24 states in 1824...
The Cornelius Low House in Middlesex County, New Jersey
Historic Site | Historic House
Cornelius Low House
Piscataway, NJ

The Cornelius Low House, constructed in 1741, stands today as one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in New Jersey.

Photograph of the sign describing the events at Fort Hardy
Historic Site | Fort/Outpost
Fort Hardy Park
Schuylerville, NY

The site of the British surrender to the Americans on October 17, 1777.

Old Stone House photographed by Jay Ruffins
Historic Site | Historic House
Old Stone House
Brooklyn, NY

Reconstructed Dutch farmstead and site of the 1776 Battle of Brooklyn, with local history displays.

Original outbuilding of Lord Stirling's Manor in New Jersey
State/County Park | Historic House
Lord Stirling's Manor Site
Basking Ridge, NJ

Once a sprawling manor complex in the New Jersey countryside belonging to Major General William Alexander, all that remains are two extant structures and the cellar of the original home.

Historic Site | Marker
General Lafayette Marker, Schuylerville, NY (NY-6)
Schuylerville, NY
Following the Revolutionary War, Lafayette accepted an invitation from George Washington and returned to America. The Marquis de Lafayette departed France in mid-June 1784 and arrived in New York City...
Cannons at Fort Lee Historical Park facing the George Washington Bridge
Battlefield | Fort/Outpost
Fort Lee
Fort Lee, NJ

Located along the banks of the Hudson, outnumbered Patriot forces quickly evacuated this site on November 20, 1776, as the British army advanced on their position.

View of the Shrewsbury River, near where Joshua Huddy jumped in after being captured by Loyalists
Historic Site |
Huddy's Leap
Rumson, NJ

In September 1780, Loyalist Colonel Tye captured Patriot captain Joshua Huddy after a fierce struggle. A Patriot ambush capsized their boat, allowing Huddy to escape while Tye suffered a wound that would prove fatal.

Historic Site |
Henry Knox Trail Crown Point Marker at Crown Point, NY (NY-0)
Crown Point, NY
The Henry Knox Trail, also known as the Knox Cannon Trail, is a network of roads and paths that traces the route of Colonel Henry Knox's "noble train of artillery" from Crown Point, New York, to the...