Historic Site

Old Barracks Museum

The Old Barracks Museum is located in Trenton, New Jersey and stands as one of the last military structures dating back the French & Indian War and the American Revolution.

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Trenton, NJ

Located on Barrack Street, the old Trenton Barracks were constructed during the French and Indian Wars due to colonial protest of the quartering of British troops within their homes. During the American Revolution, the barracks were utilized by American, British, and Hessian troops in the early years of the war as both a place of quarter and as a hospital during and following the Battle of Trenton.

Today, the Old Barracks are the only remaining military structure from the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Open to public tours, this historic site in Trenton is a must-see for any history enthusiast.

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Stories from Old Barracks Museum

Trail Site

Renowned for Gen. George Washington's daring crossing of the Delaware River on a frigid Christmas night, Trenton marked the start of the Ten Crucial Days—a series of bold victories that reignited hope in the Revolutionary cause.

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Reposted from battlefields.org After the stunning victory at Trenton on December 26, 1776, Washington expected a British counterattack in force. He immediately crossed his men and prisoners back...
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Battle of Trenton Library of Congress Reposted from battlefields.org Historic map of The Battle of Trenton The Battle of Trenton took place on December 26, 1776, after British forces captured New York...