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Historical Markers and War Memorials in monmouth county

 
Clickable Map of Monmouth County, New Jersey and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Monmouth County, NJ (324) Burlington County, NJ (345) Mercer County, NJ (494) Middlesex County, NJ (332) Ocean County, NJ (146) Queens County, NY (338) Richmond County, NY (322)  MonmouthCounty(324) Monmouth County (324)  BurlingtonCounty(345) Burlington County (345)  MercerCounty(494) Mercer County (494)  MiddlesexCounty(332) Middlesex County (332)  OceanCounty(146) Ocean County (146)  QueensCountyNew York(338) Queens County (338)  RichmondCounty(322) Richmond County (322)
Freehold is the county seat for Monmouth County
Adjacent to Monmouth County, New Jersey
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1 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allenhurst — Jersey Central Power & Light Employees —
On Main Street when traveling east.
July 4, 1941 Dedicated to our fellow employees who serve in the Armed Forces of the United States of America — — Map (db m10557) HM
2 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allenhurst — New Era Anchor —
On Elberon Avenue at Elberon Ave. on Elberon Avenue.
In memory of the nearly 300 German immigrants who lost their lives when the sailing ship New Era wrecked off Deal Lake, November 13, 1854. In honor of Abner Allen, Allenhurst's earliest settler, keeper of the local lifeboat house, and first . . . — — Map (db m14132) HM
3 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown — Historic Walnford — Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area —
On Walnford Road.
Richard Waln, a Quaker merchant from Philadelphia, purchased Walnford as a production source for his import/export business, and to establish an estate for his family. The mills and farm provided goods necessary for all during the American . . . — — Map (db m311980) HM
4 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown — Historic Walnford Park — Women’s Heritage Trail —
On Walnford Road.
Generations of Waln/Meirs women helped to build and sustain the farm, mill and domestic life at Walnford and to ensure its ultimate survival. Sarah Ridgeway Waln and her daughter Sarah Waln were among a small but noteworthy group of women who owned . . . — — Map (db m93732) HM
5 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown — Mill Pond —
On South Main Street (County Route 524) 0.1 miles east of High Street (County Route 539), on the right when traveling east.
Water from Doctors Creek powered the original Grist Mill, built by Nathan Allen in 1714. What was then known as “Allen’s Town” evolved around this mill. Caption for drawing of Mill: Alice Wikoff — — Map (db m307835) HM
6 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown — Newell House —
On South Main Street (County Route 524) at High Street (County Route 539), on the right when traveling east on South Main Street.
Home of Dr. William A. Newell, founder of Life Saving Service, 1840's. Later Governor, New Jersey and of Washington Territory. — — Map (db m307833) HM
7 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown — Walnford’s Tenant Houses —
On Walnford Road, on the left when traveling east.
Houses and shops once lined the road across from the mill. These are two of the six known tenant houses that were part of the small community formed by the people who lived and worked at Walnford. In the 1700s and 1800s millers, craftsmen, . . . — — Map (db m311979) HM
8 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Allentown, Upper Freehold Township — Ye Olde Robbins Burial Place — 1695 —
On Stone Tavern Road (County Road 524) 0.1 miles east of East Branch Road, on the left when traveling east.
Erected 1938 by James & C. Palmer West great grandsons of Joseph & Elizabeth Robbins & George & Charlotte Robbins Sproule — — Map (db m36133) HM
9 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Asbury Park — Honey Suckle Rose — Fats Waller and Andy Razaf —
On Atkins Ave north of Springwood Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
In this building in December 1928 Fats Waller and Andy Razaf srote the Grammy Hall of Fame Song “Honeysuckle Rose” Recorded by nearly 500 artists — — Map (db m167634) HM
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10 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Asbury Park — President Wilson’s Asbury Park Executive Offices —
On Mattison Avenue at Emory Street, on the left when traveling north on Mattison Avenue.
Woodrow Wilson, 28th President of the United States, used the entire fifth floor of this building for his executive offices during the late summer and early fall of 1916 while he vacationed at Shadow Lawn, the Summer White House at West Long . . . — — Map (db m5240) HM
11 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Asbury Park — S.S. Morro Castle Disaster —
Near Ocean Avenue at 5th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
In Memoriam S.S. Morro Castle September 8, 1934 This monument is dedicated to the 137 passengers and crew of the S.S. Morro Castle who lost their lives on September 8, 1934 when the ship burned off the Jersey Coast when returning from . . . — — Map (db m22309) HM
12 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Asbury Park — Soldiers’ Monument —
On Cookman Avenue near Grand Avenue.
In Memory Of Those Who Fought in Defence of the Union. War of Rebellion 1861-1865 Erected by C.K. Hall Post No. 41 G.A.R. Dept. of N.J. And Womens Relief Corp No. 25 — — Map (db m5241) HM
13 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — British Campsite —
On Navesink Avenue (County Route 8B) near Woodhaven Lane, on the right when traveling north.
For a week following the Battle of Monmouth, the main British Army under Gen. Sir Henry Clinton spread its encampment both sides of this road while awaiting transport from Sandy Hook. They embarked for New York July 5, 1778. — — Map (db m5804) HM
14 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Friends of Monmouth County 9/11 Memorial —
On 460 Ocean Blvd near Orchard St..
On September 11, 2001, many came to this site to witness the horrific tragedy just a few miles away in Lower Manhattan, and, for days afterward, they continued to come to view the smoke spiraling up from the site, most still in shock, not believing . . . — — Map (db m5981) HM
15 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Henry Hudson Springs —
On Bayside Drive near Prospect Road.
In 1609, Henry Hudson drew water from this spring. Before the White Man's arrival, Lenni Lenape Indians obtained water from this site. Packet ships continued to use the spring into the 1800's. — — Map (db m5678) HM
16 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Highest Point on the Atlantic Seaboard — Mount Mitchill — Coastal Habitats —
On Ocean Blvd, on the right when traveling north.
Mount Mitchill, at an elevation of 266 feet above sea level, is the highest natural point on the Atlantic Seaboard between southern Maine and the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico. Cartographers (map makers) named the prominence, located in the southwest . . . — — Map (db m22716) HM
17 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Longshore Sediment Movement — Littoral Drift — Coastal Habitats —
Near Ocean Blvd, on the right when traveling north.
Most shore bathers soon realize the back-and-forth motion of the waves breaking on the shore not only stirs the sand but also persistently carries them down the beach. This unseen force is called a “longshore or littoral current.” In . . . — — Map (db m22742) HM
18 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Navesink — Middletown Township Historic District —
On Monmouth Avenue at Sears Avenue on Monmouth Avenue.
Middletown Township Historic District. Summer camping ground of the Indians on their Minisink Trail, which became part of the King’s Highway. Location of the Burge’s Mill in Colonial Times; British campsite after the Battle of Monmouth. A . . . — — Map (db m116864) HM
19 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — Raritan Bay & New York Harbor — Industry & Trade — Maritime History —
Near Ocean Blvd, on the right when traveling north.
Boating is a popular activity on Raritan and Sandy Hook bays. These waters provide both shelter from and access to the Atlantic Ocean. Over the past three centuries, maritime traffic in the Raritan Bay – New York Harbor area has increased . . . — — Map (db m22730) HM
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20 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands — The Hartshorne Legacy —
Near Navesink Avenue at Woodhaven Lane.
Hartshorne Woods Park is named in honor of the Hartshorne family. Richard Hartshorne (1641-1722), an English Quaker, settled in Middletown in 1669 and became one of Monmouth County’s most prominent early settlers. By the late 1670s he had acquired . . . — — Map (db m40751) HM
21 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands, Middletown Township — British Campsite —
On King’s Highway East at Chapel Hill Road on King’s Highway East.
For a week following the Battle of Monmouth, the main British army under Gen. Sir Henry Clinton spread its encampment both side of this road while awaiting transport from Sandy Hook. They embarked for New York July 5, 1778. — — Map (db m5842) HM
22 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands, Middletown Township — British Campsite —
On Monmouth Avenue at Locust Point Road, on the right when traveling west on Monmouth Avenue.
For a week following the Battle of Monmouth, the main British army under Gen. Sir Henry Clinton spread its encampment both sides of this road while awaiting transport from Sandy Hook. They embarked for New York July 5, 1778. — — Map (db m22608) HM
23 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Atlantic Highlands, Middletown Township — Chapel Hill — Middletown Township Historic District —
On King’s Highway East at Chapel Hill Road on King’s Highway East.
Middletown Township Historic District. An early Hamlet on the King’s Highway, known until 1809 as High Point. British Campsite after the Battle of Monmouth. Chapel, built in 1809, became the center of strife between temperance forces meeting . . . — — Map (db m116865) HM
24 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — Breslin War Memorial — 1941 - 1945 —
On Highway 35 near 9th Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
To the glory of god and to those who served fought and died that our flag may ever fly in honor and in peace. This shrine is reverently dedicated by Pat and Sandy Aug. 15, 1949 — — Map (db m37972) WM
25 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — Destruction of Salt River Salt Works — April 6, 1778 —
On Ocean Ave, on the right when traveling south.
On this date some 150 men, composed of British Highlanders and loyalists, landed south of Shark River and completely destroyed the salt-works which produced this commodity essential to the well-being of the American soldiers. They were driven off . . . — — Map (db m8251) HM
26 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — Korean - Vietnam - Persian Gulf Monument —
On Main Street at 13th Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
When our Nation called, They served... In bitter cold, in sweltering heat, In burning desert sands. Dedicated on November 11th, 2001 by The grateful citizens of Belmar In honor of our Veterans. Korea • Vietnam • Persian Gulf . . . — — Map (db m5556) WM
27 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — Malta Shipwreck —
On Ocean Avenue at 8th Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Ocean Avenue.
Why is this pole here? This pole is actually a part of Belmar's maritime history. It is the foremast (front mast) of the Malta, a ship that was wrecked off 8th Ave. in Belmar on November 24, 1885. The foremast was salvaged and mounted . . . — — Map (db m32325) HM
28 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — The Spirit of the American Doughboy — Belmar World War I Memorial —
On 8th Ave (State Rt 71) near River Road (State Rt 35).
Dedicated in honor of those who entered the service of their country from Belmar, New Jersey and in memory of those who gave their lives in the World War. Presented by The citizens of Belmar, New Jersey Joseph Mayer . . . — — Map (db m5530) WM
29 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Belmar — World War II Monument — 1941 – 1942 —
On Main Street at 13th Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
For God and Country This tablet is erected in Honor of The men and women of Belmar Who answered their country's call In World War II And to the eternal memory of The following comrades Who made the supreme sacrifice Frederick L. . . . — — Map (db m5557) WM
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30 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Bradley Beach — Bradley Beach World War I Monument —
On Main Street (New Jersey Route 71) near Lareine Avenue.
1917             1919 The citizens of Bradley Beach greatfully erected this monument in memory of its noble heroes who made the supreme sacrifice in the World War and also in honor of its valiant sons who so courageously served in . . . — — Map (db m5627) WM
31 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Brielle — Captain Samuel Allen —
On Mariners Bend (New Jersey Route 70) south of Morningstar Road, on the right when traveling south.
To perpetuate the memory of Captain Samuel Allen Organizer and leader of a regiment of Volunteer Minute Men of the New Jersey coast during the Revolutionary War 1775 — 1783 This stone marks the spot where Capt. Allen executed . . . — — Map (db m201127) HM WM
32 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Capt. Joshua Huddy —
On Heyers Mill Road, on the right when traveling north.
In tribute to Capt. Joshua Huddy of Colts Neck   1750 – 1782 Monmouth County Revolutionary War hero. Erected by the citizens of Colts Neck August 27, 1977 — — Map (db m76469) HM
33 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Captain Joshua Huddy's Homestead —
On Heyers Mill Road at County Road 537, on the left on Heyers Mill Road.
Site of the home of Revolutionary Hero Captain Joshua Huddy and his wife, the Widow Hart. In 1780, a party of Tories set fire to the home. — — Map (db m15626) HM
34 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Colts Neck Inn — c. 1717 —
On Route 537 West at Heyers Mill Road on Route 537 West.
Tavern and stagecoach stop on The Burlington Path—from the Atlantic Coast to the Delaware River. Owned by the widow Hart, the wife of Joshua huddy. — — Map (db m15630) HM
35 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Colts Neck War Memorial —
On Heyers Mill Road, on the right when traveling north.
Colts Neck Township honors its citizens who made the supreme sacrifice for their country. World War II James Comerford Alex Grabelewski Timothy Lott James K. Moreau Edward Oryll Mitchell Zaleski Korea Robert L. Cox Vietnam John J. . . . — — Map (db m76331) WM
36 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Montrose School House (c. 1812) —
On 13 Montrose Road.
One of 6 "one room" schoolhouses, originally known as the Barrenton School was moved to its present site, and became the Montrose School. Operation ceased in 1922 with the construction of the Atlantic School on Rt. 537. — — Map (db m15628) HM
37 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — North American Phalanx —
On Phalanx near Woodhollow Road.
Site of the 1844 cooperative agricultural community; founded by Albert Bisbane and modeled after the philosophy of French Socialist Charles Fourier. This communal experiment was a success until it was destroyed by fire in 1854. — — Map (db m100372) HM
38 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Colts Neck — Pvt. Michael Field — 1st Reg. N. J. Militia —
On Heyers Mill Road, on the right when traveling north.
Born in Bound Brook, N.J. Aug. 30, 1758 son of Benjamin & Margaret Field. Wounded and captured in the Battle of Monmouth Court House. Left in this area by the British in their retreat. Whether he died of his wounds or was slain by his captors is . . . — — Map (db m76329) HM
39 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Eatontown — Eatontown Grist Mill —
Near Main Street (New Jersey Route 35) near Throckmorton.
At this place did one Thomas Eaton build a grist mill 1670 — — Map (db m5346) HM
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40 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Eatontown — Eatontown, New Jersey Fire Department and World War II Memorial —
On Broad Street.
1941-1945 Dedicated to the members of Eatontown Fire Co. Who served in World War II * Russell Elgrim * Joseph J. Finn John A. Bennet ∙ David. J. Chasey Jr. ∙ Elmer H. Cook ∙ Charles Dingman ∙ William Dingman . . . — — Map (db m80539) HM
41 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Eatontown — Myer Park
On Avenue of Memories at Ritko Avenue on Avenue of Memories. Reported missing.
This area is designated Myer Park in honor of Brigadier General Albert James Myer, First Chief Signal Officer, organizer and founder of the United States Army Signal Corps. While serving as an assistant surgeon in the Army, he developed a simple . . . — — Map (db m6833) HM
42 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Eatontown — The Old Forge —
On Broad Street (County Route 537) north of White Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Old Forge was built in 1839 by William Allcor and operated by the Allcor Family until 1920. Dedicated by the Monmouth Country Historical Association, February 26, 1963. — — Map (db m159399) HM
43 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — An Inspiring Commander in Chief —
Near County Road 522.
The Battle of Monmouth 26 June 1778 The Commander in Chief was every where, his Presence gave Spirit and Confidence and his command and authority soon brought every thing into order and Regularity." Major General Nathanael Greene, 2 . . . — — Map (db m6170) HM
44 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Combs Hill Cannonade —
Near New Jersey 33.
During the early afternoon, the Continental and British Armies were stalemated as they cannonaded each other across Spotswood Middle Brook. Major General Greene then appeared on this hill with four artillery pieces and began bombarding the British. . . . — — Map (db m6165) HM
45 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Hold the Hedgerow! —
Near History Hike (Monmouth Battlefield).
Major General Charles Lee had only 800 men to try to stall more than 2,000 advancing British troops. The Continentals beat back one cavalry charge before the British grenadiers were upon them. After 3 to 5 minutes of firing at each other at point . . . — — Map (db m6186) HM
46 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Home of Moses Laird —
On N Main Street (County Route 527) at Hamilton Street, on the left when traveling north on N Main Street.
. . . — — Map (db m8970) HM
47 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Mary “Molly” Hays —
Near County Road 522.
"You girls should have been with me at the battle of Monmouth and learned how to load a cannon." - Mary Hays Mcaury to Susan Hackendorn, c. 1830 As the temperature approached 100 degrees, and gunners collapsed from heat exhaustion, a . . . — — Map (db m6187) HM
48 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Old Tennent Soldiers and Sailors World War Monument —
On Tennent Road at Church Lane, on the right when traveling north on Tennent Road.
This monument is dedicated to the memory of the Soldiers and Sailors of Monmouth county who sacrificed their lives in the World War 1914-1918. Erected by the Membership and officers of the Old Tennent Church, 1920 — — Map (db m155932) HM WM
49 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — The Great Cannonade —
Near County Road 522.
The Battle of Monmouth 28 June, 1778 1:15 PM – 5:30 PM “… Shot and Shells flying as thick as Hail.” Major General Nathanael Greene For several long, hot and exhausting hours during the afternoon of June 28, . . . — — Map (db m6168) HM
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50 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Village Inn — Est. 1732
On N Main Street (County Route 527) at Water Street (Route 522), on the left when traveling north on N Main Street. Reported permanently removed.
. . . — — Map (db m8965) HM
51 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Englishtown — Village Inn
On N Main Street (County Route 527) at Water Street (County Route 522), on the left when traveling north on N Main Street. Reported permanently removed.
Built in 1732. Here, after the Battle of Monmouth, Washington ordered the arrest of Lee, who had disobeyed battle orders. — — Map (db m9004) HM
52 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Fair Haven — Fair Haven Honor Roll —
On River Road (County Route 10) at Fair Haven Road, on the left when traveling north on River Road.
In Honor of Those Who Served Their Country On Land and Sea 1917 World War 1919 Killed in Action Christopher Doughty · Walter Grover Died in the Service Charles Burdge · Chester Berry · Myron Morson Oliver J. Balch · L. Earl Battin . . . — — Map (db m155934) WM
53 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Farmingdale — Charcoal Depot: warehouse & staging area — Industry & Trade   Historic Settlements —
Near County Route 524, on the left when traveling west.
On this site once stood the huge three story charcoal depot. This brick building had open, arched bays along its length to allow for the flow of air to keep the tons of charcoal inside from spontaneously catching fire. The depot was also used as . . . — — Map (db m74236) HM
54 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Farmingdale — The Furnace: heart of the village — Industry & Trade — Historic Settlements —
Near County Route 524, on the left when traveling west.
The Furnace Complex All that remains standing of the Howell Works furnace is the brick stack you see beyond the hill in front of you. In the first half of the 19th century, a large complex of three connected buildings, the bridge house, the . . . — — Map (db m82650) HM
55 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Farmingdale — 2026.B.02 — The Historic Village at Allaire —
Near Atlantic Avenue (County Route 524) 0.7 miles west of West 18th Avenue (County Route 30), on the left when traveling west.
The history of the village at Allaire reflects the social thought, experience, and aspirations of Industrial Era America. Industry started at Allaire with the construction of a sawmill in the 1750s and the addition of a furnace in 1813. James P. . . . — — Map (db m312951) HM
56 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Abraham Lincoln —
On Court Street, on the right when traveling west.
With malice toward none with charity for all. This bust a gift of Maurice Podell, sculptor — — Map (db m53134) HM
57 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Battle of Monmouth Monument —
On Monument Street at Court Street and Schanck Street on Monument Street.
[There is no plaque on this monument. There are titles under the brass reliefs of historic events that surround the column.] — — Map (db m312459) WM
58 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Columbia Triumphant Park and Statue — Liberty Triumphant —
On East Main Street (New Jersey Route 79).
Monmouth County Historical Site Columbia Triumphant Park This granite carving of Columbia Triumphant–also known as Liberty Triumphant–was part of the original statue placed atop the monument located on nearby Court Street commemorating the . . . — — Map (db m7066) HM
59 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Corp. James A. Gere —
On Throckmorton Street, on the right when traveling east.
. . . — — Map (db m196731) HM
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60 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Historic St. Peter’s Episcopal Church —
On Throckmorton Street, on the left when traveling east.
Listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places December 22, 1997 Listed on the National Register of Historic Places March 19, 1998 First Service – October 10, 1701 Construction begun on this site – July 1771 Restoration program . . . — — Map (db m53138) HM
61 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Monmouth Battle Monument — Monmouth County Historical Site —
On Court Street, on the right when traveling west.
This monument commemorates the pivotal June 28, 1778 Battle of Monmouth which began near this site. A campaign to erect the memorial, led by Freehold native Governor Joel Parker and Major James S. Yard, began in 1877. Its cornerstone was laid on . . . — — Map (db m53132) HM
62 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Monmouth Court House Site —
On East Main Street.
Site of Monmouth Court House Used as Hospital June 28, 1778. — — Map (db m7065) HM
63 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Retreat? — The Battle of Monmouth     28 June 1778 — 12:00 PM – 12:15 PM —
Near Wemrock Road south of Freehold-Englishtown Road (County Route 522), on the right when traveling north.
On this hill, an angry George Washington, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Armies, met his second-in-command, Major-General Charles Lee, and demanded “What is all this? What all that confusion was for, and retreat?” . . . — — Map (db m37518) HM
64 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Revolutionary Ancestors of Monmouth Court House —
On Court Street, on the right when traveling east.
In memory of the Revolutionary ancestors of Monmouth Court House Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Freehold, New Jersey. 1937 — — Map (db m53135) HM
65 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — St. Peter’s Church — Episcopal —
On W Main Street (County Route 537) at Throckmorton Street, on the right when traveling south on W Main Street.
The oldest building in continuous use in downtown Freehold 1702   First service (at Topanemus) 1736   Charter from King George II 1771   Construction began on the present building 1778   Local lore says the building sheltered wounded during the . . . — — Map (db m53136) HM
66 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold — Washington Checked Lee’s Retreat —
Near Wemrock Road south of Freehold-Englishtown Road (County Route 522), on the right when traveling north.
In memorium June 28, 1778 This tablet is erected on the field of the Battle of Monmouth to commemorate the imperishable deeds of valiant Americans “at the turn of the tide” in the American Revolution. Near this spot Washington . . . — — Map (db m37517) HM
67 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold Township — Georgia Road Schoolhouse — ca. 1820 —
On Georgia Road at Jackson Mills Road (County Route 23), on the left when traveling west on Georgia Road.
Originally started in 1735 by a land grant from the King of England. It states the property may be used for education and religious purposes only. The schoolhouse was in continuous operation until 1935 in the area known as Georgia (Dist. 9) in the . . . — — Map (db m315561) HM
68 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold Township, West Freehold — Oakley Farm — ca. 1686 —
On Oakley Drive just east of Wemrock Road, on the left when traveling east.
Originally a 500 acre subsistence farm. Ownership was granted by the King of England and the Proprietors of East Jersey until after the American Revolution. Thirteen different owners occupied this land. The Oakley family were the last owners. In . . . — — Map (db m309163) HM
69 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold Township, West Freehold — Tollhouse — ca. 1850 —
On Oakley Drive 0 miles east of Wemrock Road, on the left when traveling east.
One of the last two remaining structures of its kind in New Jersey. Used on most main roads in New Jersey until early 20th century. Co-ops of farmers would maintain roads and then charge a toll of 2.5 cents for a one horse/buggy and 5 cents for a . . . — — Map (db m309166) HM
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70 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Freehold Township, West Freehold — West Freehold Schoolhouse — ca. 1847 —
On Wemrock Road at Damon Marks Way, on the right when traveling north on Wemrock Road.
In continuous operation until 1935. Originally named West Freehold Collegiate and Seminary Institute. There were 12 – 1 room schoolhouses in the Township. The Georgia Road Schoolhouse (corner of Jackson Mill Road and Georgia Road – ca. 1820) and . . . — — Map (db m309169) HM
71 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Captain Joshua Huddy — Prisoner of War —
Near Water Witch Avenue near Shore Drive.
Here Captain Joshua Huddy of the Monmouth County Artillery A Prisoner of War Captured March 24, 1782 while defending the Block House at Tom's River. Was hung by Torries without warrant April 12, 1782 The British authorities repudiated . . . — — Map (db m5657) HM
72 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Electric Power Station —
Near Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
Twin Lights was the first primary seacoast light in the United States to use electricity. This building contained equipment for generating electric power for the light which produced 25,000,000 candlepower, by far the most powerful in the United . . . — — Map (db m208279) HM
73 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — From the Navesink Highlands —
Near Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
The Navesink Highlands overlooks the major shipping channels in and out of New York Harbor. From here, 200 feet above the ocean, there is unobstructed visibility on a clear day for 22 miles out to the horizon. This is one of the reasons the . . . — — Map (db m208259) HM
74 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Highlands Doughboy World War I Monument —
On Portland Rd at Highland Ave, on the right when traveling north on Portland Rd.
Veterans We Will Never Forget Erected by Friends and Citizens of Highlands, New Jersey — — Map (db m5695) HM
75 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Marconi at Twin Lights
Near Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
Messages from the first practical demonstration of wireless telegraph were sent from this site on September 30, 1899 by famous Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi. Marconi had been invited to America by Gordon Bennett Jr., the owner of the New . . . — — Map (db m22615) HM
76 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Marconi at Twin Lights — Twin Lights Historic Site —
Near Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
Messages from the first commercial demonstration of wireless telegraph were received at this site in 1899 from the famous Italian inventory Guglielmo Marconi. Marconi was invited to America by Gordon Bennett Jr., the owner of the New . . . — — Map (db m208250) HM
77 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Navesink Light Station —
On Lighthouse Road.
has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America. From 1828 until 1949 the Twin Towers of Navesink served as a principal aid to . . . — — Map (db m22584) HM
78 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Powerhouse
Near Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
The building in front of you is the powerhouse. Inside the large double doors to your right were the engines and dynamos used to produce electrical power to light the lamp for the 1898 south tower Fresnel lens. This brick building, built in 1909, . . . — — Map (db m22681) HM
79 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Powerhouse — Twin Lights Historic Site —
On Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
The building in front of you is the powerhouse. Inside the large double doors to your right were the engines and dynamos used to produce electrical power to light the lamp for the 1898 south tower Fresnel lens. This brick building, built in 1909, . . . — — Map (db m208281) HM
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80 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station — Twin Lights Historic Site —
On Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
In 1849, eight lifeboat stations were built along the New Jersey coast between Sandy Hook and Little Egg Harbor. You are looking at the only surviving structure of the original eight. It was moved here from Sandy Hook in 1956. Boathouses . . . — — Map (db m208249) HM
81 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Spermaceti Cove Lifeboat Station
Near Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
In 1848, eight lifeboat stations were built along the New Jersey coast between Sandy Hook and Little Egg Harbor. You are looking at the only surviving structure of the original eight. It was moved here from its Sandy Hook location in 1954 to be . . . — — Map (db m22620) HM
82 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Spermaceti Cove Lifesaving Station —
On Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
Originally located at Spermaceti Cove on Sandy Hook, this station was one of the first built in the U.S. The station contained apparatus for rescue of shipwreck survivors. The U.S. Lifesaving Service and the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service merged in . . . — — Map (db m208248) HM
83 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Telegraph and Radar at Twin Lights
Near Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
This was a significant site for more than just the lighthouse. In this strategic location, Marconi demonstrated wireless telegraph, the US Navy established a wireless station and the US Army tested various radar units. The Navy’s Bureau of . . . — — Map (db m22614) HM
84 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Telegraph and Radar at Twin Lights — Twin Lights Historic Site —
Near Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Tower, on the left when traveling south.
This site was significant for more than just the lighthouse. In this strategic location, Marconi demonstrated wireless telegraph, the US Navy established a wireless station, and the US Army tested various radar units. The Navy's Bureau . . . — — Map (db m208258) HM
85 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — The Navesink Highlands Light Station
On Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
At almost 200 feet above sea level, the Navesink Highlands Light Station, also known as Twin Lights, is positioned on one of the highest points on the Atlantic coast. Lighthouses on this site have guided mariners safely into New York Harbor since . . . — — Map (db m22588) HM
86 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — The Navesink Light Station — Twin Lights Historic Site —
On Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
At almost 200 feet above sea level, the Navesink Light Station, also known as Twin Lights, is positioned on one of the highest points on the Atlantic coast. Lighthouses on this site have guided mariners safely into New York Harbor since 1828. The . . . — — Map (db m208247) HM
87 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — The Old North Tower
Near Lighthouse Road. Reported permanently removed.
The Navesink Highlands Light Station originally consisted of two octagonal stone towers 320 feet apart. You are standing directly on the site of the 1828 north tower. Its replacement, completed in 1862, is behind you. [Caption:] . . . — — Map (db m22621) HM
88 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — The Old North Tower — Twin Lights Historic Site —
Near Light House Road 0.1 miles south of Twinlights Terrace, on the left when traveling south.
The Navesink Light Station originally consisted of two octagonal stone towers 320 feet apart. You are standing directly on the site of the 1828 north tower. Its replacement, completed in 1862, is behind you. [Caption:] . . . — — Map (db m208251) HM
89 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands — Twin Lights Mystery Cannon —
Near Lighthouse Road.
During construction of the present lighthouse in 1861, a cannon was found buried on the grounds. It was placed in front of the keeper’s house and for a century was the “mystery” cannon of Twin Lights. There are still unanswered . . . — — Map (db m22672) HM
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90 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — A Last Tragic Episode of the American Revolution —
On Sandy Hook Multi-Use Path (MUP), on the left when traveling south.
On New Years Eve 1783, British forces were evacuating New York City as part of their final withdrawal from the new American Nation. The British warship H.M.S. Assistance was anchored in Sandy Hook Bay when 11 seamen deserted the ship. 1st . . . — — Map (db m22579) HM
91 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 29 — A Late Addition to Officers Row —
On Hartshorne Drive, on the right when traveling north.
When Officers Row was built, this site was left vacant to allow space for the West Beacon Range Light. Ships traveling across Raritan Bay would line up the lighthouse and beacon lights to mark their way. After the West Beacon was demolished in the . . . — — Map (db m54511) HM
92 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 9 — Athletic Field —
On Kearney Road, on the right when traveling north.
The army encouraged sporting events and friendly competition between units on the post and among neighboring forts. Fort Hancock had its own baseball, football, bowling, basketball, and weight lifting teams, which competed with posts in the region. . . . — — Map (db m54482) HM
93 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 31 — Bachelor Officers’ Quarters —
On Kessler Road, on the right when traveling north.
The BOQ housed unmarried officers. Captains and majors lived on the second floor in their own suites with private baths and sitting rooms. Lieutenants occupied single bedrooms and shared a bathroom on the top floor. The first floor was the original . . . — — Map (db m54519) HM
94 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 12 — Baked Fresh Daily! —
On Kearney Road at Jackson Street, on the left when traveling north on Kearney Road.
Every day at the Post Bakery, fresh bread was made for the mess halls and for sale at the Post Commissary. At 3 a.m. each morning soldiers would begin baking bread to feed the hundreds of troops who would report to the mess hall at 6 a.m., noon, . . . — — Map (db m54496) HM
95 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 30 — Barracks Row —
On Kessler Road, on the left when traveling north.
Enlisted men lived on Barracks Row facing the parade ground. The four identical buildings each held a full battery of 80 soldiers. The U-shaped double barracks on the far right, built in 1909, held two batteries. Each barracks had its own mess . . . — — Map (db m54516) HM
96 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 21 — Barracks, School, Headquarters —
On Kearney Road, on the left when traveling south.
This barracks was built for the enlisted men at the Sandy Hook Proving Ground. After the proving ground moved to Aberdeen, Maryland, in 1919, it became the Fort Hancock School and later Headquarters for the 7th Coast Artillery Regiment. Sandy Hook . . . — — Map (db m54534) HM
97 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — Battery Potter —
On South Bragg Drive, on the right when traveling north.
The army operated its first and only lift gun battery here from 1893 to 1906. Inside its cavernous galleries, two 12-inch guns could be raised to the surface for firing and lowered for loading and servicing. Concealed and protected from enemy fire, . . . — — Map (db m22695) HM
98 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — British Embarkation —
On S Hartshorne Drive, on the right when traveling north.
On July 5, 1778 armies under General Sir Henry Clinton passed this point to reach British ships, at anchor off Horseshoe Cove, which evacuated them to New York. This completed their withdrawal through Middletown from Freehold after the Battle of . . . — — Map (db m22575) HM
99 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 18 — Chemical Laboratory —
On Kearney Road at Canfield Road, on the left when traveling north on Kearney Road.
Cannon and artillery projectiles were not the only weapons tested at the Sandy Hook Proving Ground. Rifles, machine guns, and new types of gun powder and explosive fuses were tested there. At the chemistry lab, explosive and propellant compounds . . . — — Map (db m54529) HM
100 ► New Jersey, Monmouth County, Highlands, Middletown Township — 39 — Chow Time! —
Near Magruder Road.
Fort Hancock’s barracks originally included barber and tailor shops, a kitchen, and a mess hall. After a few years, the army wanted more bunk space and these operations were moved to new detached mess halls built directly behind each barracks. . . . — — Map (db m54439) HM

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