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Trail Sites

Battlefields

Embark on a journey to the pivotal sites where the American Revolution secured its victory. Wander through sacred fields and woodlands, honoring the brave souls who sacrificed their lives in pursuit of freedom.

States of Interest:
Rhode Island
Battlefield | State/County Park
Portsmouth, RI

A noteworthy battle known for the first combined Franco-American operation of the war alongside the inclusion of integrated American units on the...

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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.
Historic Site | Museum
Saunderstown, RI

This structure remains as the birthplace of famed artist and portraitist Gilbert Stuart.

Historic Site |
East Greenwich, RI

Marker that stands in remembrance of the creation of the first colonial navy

Historic Site
Tiverton, RI
General Lafayette Marker, Tiverton, RI The Lafayette Trail During the Battle of Rhode Island, which took place on August 29th, 1778, General Lafayette had been sent north to Boston, Massachusetts, to...
Historic Site | Fort/Outpost
Portsmouth, RI

Large earthwork fortification situated in Portsmouth, Rhode Island constructed by joint Franco-American forces.

Historic Site | Marker
Portsmouth, RI

Monument dedicated to brave African American and Indigenous soldiers of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment

Battlefield | State/County Park
Portsmouth, RI

A noteworthy battle known for the first combined Franco-American operation of the war alongside the inclusion of integrated American units on the frontlines.

Historic Site |
Coventry, RI

Former homestead of former Continental Major General Nathanael Greene.

Historic Site | Fort/Outpost
East Greenwich, RI

Historic armory constructed in 1843 for the Kentish Guard in Rhode Island

Historic Site | Marker
Bristol, RI
Lafayette played a crucial role in maintaining coordination between the Continental Army under General John Sullivan and newly arrived French forces under Admiral d’Estaing. In the summer of 1778, the...
Historic Site | Marker
Jamestown, RI

Situated near the original location of American earthworks, a marker stands recognizing the Conanicut Battery defensive position.

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East Greenwich, RI

Former home of Brigadier General James Mitchell Varnum.

Historic Site | Historic House
Newport, RI

Former headquarters of the French fleet in North America and the home of Loyalist sympathizer.