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The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau

 
 
The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
1. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
Inscription.
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, Connecticut, in Hartford County. It is in Downtown. Marker 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.
 
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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Governor's Foot Guard (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Governor's Foot Guard (here, next to this marker); Lafayette's Tour (a few steps from this marker); William H. Putnam (a few steps from this marker); George Washington (within shouting distance of this marker); Jonathan Trumbull (within shouting distance of this marker); Old State House (within shouting distance of this marker); Prudence Crandall (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hartford.
 
The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
2. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
The marker is in the center
The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Michael Herrick, February 1, 2012
3. The First Meeting of Washington and Rochambeau Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 23, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,000 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos:   1, 2, 3. submitted on February 23, 2012, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.

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