Downtown in Trenton in Mercer County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Route Taken by Washington
Marking route taken by Washington from Philadelphia to Cambridge to assume command of the Patriot Army in 1775
Erected 1914 by The New Jersey Society, Sons of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Roads & Vehicles • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1775.
Location. 40° 13.332′ N, 74° 45.931′ W. Marker is in Trenton, New Jersey, in Mercer County. It is in Downtown. Marker is on North Warren Street, 0.1 miles Perry Street, on the left when traveling south. The marker is on the front of Saint Michael's Episcopal Church. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Trenton NJ 08608, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Fitch’s Shop (a few steps from this marker); John Fitch’s Gun Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); Headquarters of Colonel Johann Gottlieb Rall (within shouting distance of this marker); Trenton Battle Monument (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Trenton Fire Museum (about 300 feet away); Higbee Street School (about 300 feet away); St. Michael's Episcopal Church (about 300 feet away); City Hall (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Trenton.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,242 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 28, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.