Downtown in Hartford in Capitol Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau
Photographed by Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
1. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
This tablet commemorates the historic first meeting of General George Washington and General Comte de Rochambeau, commander-in-chief of the French army in America, which took place September 20, 1780.
On that occasion and in a subsequent meeting the following May, was developed the strategy which resulted, at Yorktown, in victory and independence for the American Colonies.
Erected by the City of Hartford, September 20, 1946, in grateful rembrance
"Upon their appearance in the city, they were received with imposing ceremonies. The Governor's Guards, and a company of artillery, were on duty upon the occasion."
Erected 1946.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington, and the The Washington-Rochambeau Route series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is September 20, 1975.
Location. 41° 45.953′ N, 72° 40.354′ W. Marker is in Hartford in Capitol Region, Connecticut. It is in Downtown. It can be reached from the intersection of Main Street and Central Row, on the right when traveling north. Located on the grounds of Connecticut's Old State House. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 800 Main Street, Hartford CT 06103, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Connecticut River Valley and in the Knowledge Corridor. It is also in the American Northeast and in New England. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Hartford County and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
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Photographed by Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
2. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
The marker is in the center
Photographed by Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
3. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 23, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,843 times since then and 94 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 23, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
