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 patriotism. During the American Revolution, Lafayette’s intense advocacy of the American cause convinced King Louis XVI of France to send troops and ships, which proved crucial to the American victory at Yorktown.
June 22, 1825, marked Lafayette’s arrival in Concord as part of his Farewell Tour across the United States. Lafayette entered the New Hampshire State House grounds marked by posts that are now commemorated by a historical marker. The event included speeches, public greetings, and a ceremonial welcome by state officials and citizens.
Learn about Revolutionary War Combat Strategy. Watch the Revolutionary War Animated Map. For a summary, read An Overview of the American Revolution.
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Concord, NH 03301
Northwood, NH 03261