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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:
James Carter
Biography
James Carter

James Carter, a native of Virginia, fought bravely in pivotal battles like Camden and Yorktown during the American Revolution, earning a land bounty and a pension for his service, and was recognized...

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Biography
Richard Caswell

Once a lawyer and surveyor who fought for the royal governor at Alamance, Richard Caswell reinvented himself as a leading Patriot of the American Revolution. After commanding the decisive victory at...

Portrait of Dr. Benjamin Church with spy codes behind him
Biography
Benjamin Church

Dr. Benjamin Church, the first Surgeon General of the Continental Army, was a secret British spy whose treason was exposed in 1775, leading to his exile and mysterious disappearance at sea.

Placeholder image for Benjamin Cleveland depicting a silhouette over the Battle of King's Mountain
Biography
Benjamin Cleveland

A militia leader from South Carolina, Benjamin Cleveland challenged Patrick Ferguson at Kings Mountain and stole his stallion.

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.

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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.
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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.
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State Parks

Discover The Liberty Trail’s diverse parks and forests, where both Loyalists and Patriots once ventured.
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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.
Cherokee County Museum
Historic Site | Museum
Cherokee County Museum
Gaffney, SC

With a rotating collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits, the Cherokee County Museum has something for all ages and interests.

Historic Site | Marker
Lafayette Tour Marker, Rochester, New York (NY-186)
Rochester, NY
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 and 1825 drew large crowds and sparked a renewal of...
The Van Veghten House, Greene's Headquarters at Middlebrook
Historic Site | State/County Park
Van Veghten House
Bridgewater, NJ

Utilized during the second Middlebrook encampment by the Continental Army, this home served as the headquarters for Nathanael Greene from 1778-1779.

Memorial that stands for the privateers of Chestnut Neck
Battlefield |
Chestnut Neck
Port Republic, NJ

Chestnut Neck, occupied by Patriots until October of 1778, was a privateer outpost utilized as a staging point for planning and executing the capture of several British naval vessels.

Fort Johnson (Dale Watson)
Historic Site | Fort/Outpost
Fort Johnson
Charleston, SC

One of the many forts that dotted the landscape around Charleston, Patriots seized this fortification and raised the Moultrie flag, which bears resemblance to the modern standard of South Carolina.

Image of the interior living room of the Hanover House
Historic Site | Historic House
Hanover House
Clemson, SC

Built in 1716 for Paul de St. Julien in Berkeley County. The house was later dismantled and moved to Clemson University and functions as a house museum.

Image of Francis Marion grave site on Belle Island Plantation Cemetery
Historic Site
Francis Marion Tomb at Belle Isle Plantation Cemetery
Pineville, SC

Francis Marion was a skilled military leader during the American Revolutionary War, known for his guerilla tactics and strategic maneuvers in the Southern Campaign. His contributions to the war effort and his enduring legacy as a symbol of American resilience and military ingenuity remain today.

Photo of the corner of Clermont Manor
Historic Site | Historic House
Clermont Home
Germantown, NY

Historic home of the Robert Livingston family.

Photo by Anthony Crider of the James Hunter Monument at Alamance
Battlefield | State/County Park
Alamance
Burlington, NC

The Battle of Alamance site marks the 1771 clash between royal militia and Regulator rebels, often called the last battle of the colonial period. Visitors can explore monuments and exhibits interpreting this early struggle over authority in the Carolina backcountry.

Historic Site |
Lafayette Tour Marker, Niagara Falls, New York (NY-25)
Niagara Falls, NY
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 and 1825 drew large crowds and sparked a renewal of...
Andrew Jackson State Park
State/County Park
Andrew Jackson State Park
Lancaster, SC

Andrew Jackson State Park combines history, art and community activities into a setting that has made it one of the state’s most popular parks.

Johnson Ferry House
State/County Park | Historic Site
Johnson Ferry House
Titusville, NJ

Built in the 1740s, this building acted as a ferry house for those wishing to cross the Delaware, including the likes of George Washington and his men on Christmas night of 1776.