Toms River in Ocean County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Historic Site
Photographed By R. C.
1. Historic Site Marker
This is a replica of the original Block House which was manned by local militiamen, led by Captain Joshua Huddy, to defend the village of Toms River against loyalist attacks, marauders and pine robbers.
British forces of 80 men invaded Toms River on March 24, 1782, burned the forts, and left the village in ashes.
The incident led to the cessation of Peace Negotiations in Paris, which eventually gave Toms River the distinction of being an historic site of the American Revolution.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical date for this entry is March 24, 1782.
Location. 39° 57.077′ N, 74° 11.86′ W. Marker is in Toms River, New Jersey, in Ocean County. Marker is on East Water Street just east of South Main Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 39 E Water St, Toms River NJ 08753, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Welcome to Joshua Huddy Park (a few steps from this marker); Toms River Blockhouse Fight (a few steps from this marker); Toms River Block House (a few steps from this marker); Toms River Township’s First Park (a few steps from this marker); Captain Joshua Huddy
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Credits. This page was last revised on October 19, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 19, 2022, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. This page has been viewed 73 times since then and 19 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on January 28, 2009, by Ronald Claiborne of College Station, Texas. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
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