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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Union County, New Jersey

 
Clickable Map of Union 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 Union County, NJ (118) Essex County, NJ (170) Hudson County, NJ (156) Middlesex County, NJ (298) Morris County, NJ (410) Somerset County, NJ (165) Richmond County, NY (226)  UnionCounty(118) Union County (118)  EssexCounty(170) Essex County (170)  HudsonCounty(156) Hudson County (156)  MiddlesexCounty(298) Middlesex County (298)  MorrisCounty(410) Morris County (410)  SomersetCounty(165) Somerset County (165)  RichmondCountyNew York(226) Richmond County (226)
Elizabeth is the county seat for Union County
Adjacent to Union County, New Jersey
      Essex County (170)  
      Hudson County (156)  
      Middlesex County (298)  
      Morris County (410)  
      Somerset County (165)  
      Richmond County, New York (226)  
 
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1 New Jersey, Union County, Berkeley Heights — A Time To Pause And RememberMemorial Park - Berkely Heights
On Plainfield Avenue near Park Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
[Left Marker:] Korean War To those members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in the Korean War 1950 - 1955 "God grants liberty only to those who love it, and are always ready to guard and defend it." . . . Map (db m20155) WM
2 New Jersey, Union County, Berkeley Heights — Deserted Village of Feltville / Glenside Park — Watchung Reservation History Trail —
On Glenside Avenue at Cataract Hollow Road, on the right when traveling north on Glenside Avenue.
About 1736, Peter Willocks built a sawmill along the Blue Brook to produce lumber, which would be needed by farmers as they settled this frontier area. The sawmill operation cleared the forest from hundreds of acres. In 1845, David Felt bought 760 . . . Map (db m195340) HM
3 New Jersey, Union County, Berkely Heights — Peppertown Park
On Plainfield Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Honoring the early farming community of Berkely Heights, known as Peppertown, and famous for its pepper crops. This park was the site of the Petrone family farm.Map (db m20156) HM
4 New Jersey, Union County, Clark — Homestead Farm at Oak Ridge
On Oak Ridge Road at Indiana Road when traveling south on Oak Ridge Road.
Homestead Farm at Oak Ridge Circa 1730 Township of Clark New Jersey Historic Landmark ( Lower Marker : ) Homestead Farm at Oak Ridge Circa 1730 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States . . . Map (db m63457) HM
5 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Charles Abbott Harker, Jr.
On Springfield Avenue.
First Lieutenant, USAF F-84 Pilot, 311th Fighter Bomber Sq., 56th Fighter-Bomber Gp. B. September 1, 1930, Bayonne, NJ, M.I.A. May 4, 1953 over North Korea, Graduate, Cranford High School 1948. In 1993, forty years after the Korean War, the . . . Map (db m94498) WM
6 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Crane Farm and Village Home Site
On Springfield Ave at North Union Avenue on Springfield Ave.
. . . Map (db m32992) HM
7 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Crane’s Mills
On Riverside Drive west of N Union Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
During the bitter winter of 1779 – 1780 troops of General Washington’s Army were cantoned at Crane’s Mills Here, General William Irvine established headquarters of the Forward Defense Line January 1, 1780 Placed by Crane’s Ford Chapter . . . Map (db m54923) HM
8 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Lest We ForgetMIA and POW Memorial
On Springfield Avenue.
This memorial is in remembrance and honor of all our nation’s MIA’s and POW’s. The circular design represents our never ending hope for their return. The dates on the sides represent the major wars and conflicts in which our country has been involvedMap (db m94494) WM
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9 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Memorial Tree Planted by the Village Improvement Association
On Eastman Street at Central Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Eastman Street.
Planted by the Village Improvement Association in loving memory of its founder Fannie E. BatesMap (db m178147) HM
10 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Purple Heart Memorial
On Springfield Avenue.
Dedicated to the recipients of this nation’s oldest military decoration “The Purple Heart” Combat Wounded Veterans-1782 Military Order of the Purple Heart 1932. My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my . . . Map (db m94491) WM
11 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Roll of Honor
On Springfield Avenue.
This tablet erected by the citizens of Cranford in honor of the men who made the supreme sacrifice. Vietnam Conflict Marcus Anderson • Raymond John Ashnault • William T. Donnelly, Jr. • Dean Joseph Elichko • Edward J. Gallagher, Jr. • Donald . . . Map (db m94495) WM
12 New Jersey, Union County, Cranford — Site of Crane’s Ford
On Riverside Drive.
This tablet marks the site of Crane’s Ford, so called in Revolutionary War times. Here Light Horsemen guarded while General Washington’ Army was encamped at Morristown. Cranford derives its name from the ford. Erected July 4th 1929 by the . . . Map (db m94487) WM
13 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Boundary Stone1694
On Elizabeth Avenue at 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Elizabeth Avenue.
This stone marks the intersection of the Carteret land owned by Col. Richard Townley, the land of Benjamin Price and the King's Highway, now Elizabeth Avenue, formerly Water Street, probably the oldest road in New Jersey, opened by the Dutch before . . . Map (db m159240) HM
14 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Boxwood Hall1750
On East Jersey Street, on the right when traveling west.
Samuel Woodruff, Elizabethtown mayor, built Boxwood Hall about 1750. From 1772 to 1795 it was the home of Elias Boudinot (1740-1821), who served as president of the Continental Congress after the colonies signed a peace treaty with England, ending . . . Map (db m40744) HM
15 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Colonial Church
On Broad Street, on the right when traveling south.
Church of 1724 burned by British. Present structure, 1786. Rev. James Caldwell Pastor here, 1761-76; famed later as “Fighting Chaplain.”Map (db m208484) HM
16 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — 48 — Elizabeth Presbyterian ChurchAmerican Presbyterian and Reformed Historical Site
On Broad Street (New Jersey Route 623), on the right when traveling south.
This church was organized about 1664. The edifice which stood on this spot was burned by the British, January 25, 1780, during the Pastorate of Rev. James Caldwell, Chaplain in the New Jersey Brigade under Washington. This building was completed in . . . Map (db m122275) HM
17 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Elizabethtown
On Elizabeth Avenue at High Street, on the right when traveling south on Elizabeth Avenue.
On this spot, at daybreak, June 7, 1780 began the fighting against the British forces moving toward Springfield. Here fell General Stirling at the head of the advancing column. On June 8, after the British retreat from Springfield, General Hand . . . Map (db m6911) HM
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18 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — First Presbyterian Church Burial Grounds and Elizabethtown Academy
On Broad Street at Caldwell Place, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
From 1664 until 1703, the First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth was the only house of worship serving most of current-day Union, Morris, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. The oldest stones in the cemetery are from the year 1687 and are located in . . . Map (db m144144) HM
19 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth
On Broad Street, on the right when traveling south.
The First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth traces its roots to a settlement of English-speaking people who arrived here less than 50 years after the Dutch arrived in Manhattan. During the American Revolution church members contributed mightily to . . . Map (db m144143) HM
20 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — First Site of Princeton University
On Broad Street (Route 623) at Caldwell Place, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
This tablet marks the first site of Princeton University incorporated Oct 22nd 1746 --------------- Erected by the Elizabeth Members of the New Jersey Society of Colonial Dames of America – Oct 22nd 1897Map (db m40708) HM
21 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — General Winfield Scott
On E.Jersey St at Winfield Scott Plaza, on the left when traveling west on E.Jersey St.
1786 – 1866 Hero of the Mexican WarMap (db m6957) HM
22 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Old Academy
On Broad Street (New Jersey Route 623) at Caldwell Place, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
Site of the Old Academy Attended by Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr Col. Francis Barber was Principal at the outbreak of the Revolution.Map (db m40608) HM
23 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Old Borough Court House
On Broad Street (New Jersey Route 623) at Rahway Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
Site of Old Borough Court House Built Prior to the Revolution. Burned by the British 1780.Map (db m40609) HM
24 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Patriotic Dead
On Broad Street (New Jersey Route 623), on the right when traveling south.
Honoring the patriotic dead of many wars laid to rest in this hallowed ground especially a noble woman Hanah White Arnett Placed here on the 45th anniversary of the organization of Boudinot Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution September . . . Map (db m40714) HM
25 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Property of John Ogden   1680
On E Jersey Street, on the left when traveling west.
. . . Map (db m40726) HM
26 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Revolutionary Cannon
On Broad Street (New Jersey Route 623) at Rahway Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
This gun, cast in Strasburg in 1758, was sent by Louis XV, King of France, to Canada for the defense of Quebec. Upon the surrender of that place in the following year, the gun fell into the hands of the British. In April, 1760, the French recaptured . . . Map (db m6927) HM
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27 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Seven Astronauts
On Winfield Scott Place, on the left when traveling south.
This monument dedicated to “Seven Astronauts” who died national heroes as members of the crew of the “Challenger” January 28, 1986 ------------------------------ Erected in their memory by the students of Elizabeth October . . . Map (db m40752) HM
28 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — The Belcher-Ogden Mansion1750
On East Jersey Street at Catherine Street, on the left when traveling west on East Jersey Street.
The Belcher Ogden Mansion was the 1750s residence of Governor Jonathan Belcher (1682-1757) of New Jersey, who brought the royal colony’s government to this house. Belcher also sponsored the College of New Jersey which became Princeton University . . . Map (db m40747) HM
29 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — The Nathaniel Bonnell House 1682
On East Jersey St. at Catherine St. on East Jersey St..
(Under top photo:) The 17th Century Bonnell House is on the National Registry of Historic Houses and has recently been restored by the Historical Society, Elizabeth, NJ Inc. which has its offices within. (Main text:) The Bonnell House is . . . Map (db m150922) HM
30 New Jersey, Union County, Elizabeth — Washington’s Inaugural Bicentennial1789 - 1989
On Winfield Scott Plaza, on the left when traveling south.
Elizabeth celebrates Washington’s Inaugural Bicentennial George Washington journeyed to “Elizabethtown” - met with a committee of Continental Congress in Boxwood Hall - Sailed from Elizabethport - April 23, 1789 (Back of . . . Map (db m7459) HM
31 New Jersey, Union County, Kenilworth — Kenilworth 9/11 Memorial
On Boulevard (County Route 509), on the right when traveling east.
On September 11,2001 terrorists attacked and destroyed the World Trade Center in New York City. The Borough of Kenilworth shared in this tragedy. This monument is dedicated September 11, 2011 In memory of John J. Tobin    Robert M. Kaulfers 1954 . . . Map (db m53315) HM
32 New Jersey, Union County, Kenilworth — Kenilworth Veterans Memorial
On Boulevard (County Route 509), on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to the men and women of the community of Kenilworth who devotedly served their country.Map (db m53313) HM
33 New Jersey, Union County, Mountainside — Copper MineWatchung Reservation History Trail — Union County - We're Connected to You!
Near Historic Trail east of Sierra Trail, on the left when traveling east.
Exploration for copper in this area of the First Watchung Mountain may date back to at least the 1600's. Crushed ore may have been used for tools and decoration by the Lenape tribe of Native Americans. Another story holds that Hessian soldiers held . . . Map (db m196982) HM
34 New Jersey, Union County, Mountainside — Lake Surprise Bathhouse
Near WR Tracy Drive when traveling west.
In the early years of the Watchung Reservation, park visitors could swim at a beach along the lake shore behind you, and could change into swim suits at a bathhouse at this location. Aquatic carnivals at the lake drew hundreds of participants for . . . Map (db m213767) HM
35 New Jersey, Union County, New Providence — New Providence 9-11 MemorialWe Will Remember
On Academy Street at Springfield Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Academy Street.
To the People of New Providence from the People of Flower Mound Texas, we offer this memorial as our solemn pledge to remember you. Because of September 11, 2001, we unite in brotherhood to share your grief, offer strength in community and . . . Map (db m20158) WM
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36 New Jersey, Union County, New Providence — New Providence Presbyterian Church
On Springfield Avenue at Passaic Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Springfield Avenue.
Christians have been worshipping and serving Christ on this corner since 1737. That year, a meeting house made of logs was built on this property by the Turkey Christian Church. Over the next two years, 19 acres of land was deeded to the . . . Map (db m164340) HM
37 New Jersey, Union County, New Providence — New Providence United Methodist Cemetery & Memorial GardenEstablished 1786
On Springfield Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
In Remembrance of the Soldiers of the War for American Independence who are buried in these grounds. ————— Erected by the Passaic Valley Chapter of the New Jersey Society Sons of the American Revolution. . . . Map (db m20157) HM
38 New Jersey, Union County, New Providence — New Providence Veterans Memorial ParkA Memorial Tribute
On South Street, on the right when traveling north.
A Memorial Tribute Dedicated to Those man and women of New Providence, N.J. who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces of our country. Memorial Day May 30, 1994 (Korea): A Memorial Tribute Dedicated to those men . . . Map (db m21976) WM
39 New Jersey, Union County, New Providence — The Country’s Roll of Honor
Near Passaic Avenue (County Route 647) at Springfield Avenue (County Route 512), on the right when traveling south.
Their names are imperishably inscribed upon the country’s Roll of Honor. --------------- Within this sacred ground rest the remains of a number of soldiers, of whom there is a record of forty-eight, all enrolled in Washington’s Army during the . . . Map (db m8864) HM
40 New Jersey, Union County, Plainfield — Drake House
On West Front Street at Plainfield Avenue, on the right when traveling south on West Front Street.
Built by Nathaniel Drake, 1746. Washington visited here in 1777, while his army camped nearby at Bound Brook.Map (db m63453) HM
41 New Jersey, Union County, Plainfield — Drake House Flag Pole
On West Front Street at Plainfield Avenue, on the right when traveling south on West Front Street.
Flag pole presented to Historical Society of Plainfield and North Plainfield by Fraternal Order of Eagles Plainfield Aerie No 866 Flags presented by Jr. Order United American Mechanics Franklin Council No 41 Somerset Council No 104 Plainfield . . . Map (db m63468) HM
42 New Jersey, Union County, Plainfield — Plainfield Garden ClubWomen’s Heritage Trail — Shakespeare Garden —
On F.S. Mathewson Dr. close to Randolph Road.
The Shakespeare Garden is located in Cedar Brook Park, one of Union County’s systems of public parks and recreation spaces. Now more than 75 years old, it is still cared for by the Plainfield Garden Club, historically a volunteer women’s . . . Map (db m94481) HM
43 New Jersey, Union County, Plainfield — Site of the Blue Hills Fort and Camp
On Park Drive, on the right when traveling south.
This marker is erected in memory of the brave Revolutionary soldiers from this vicinity who garrisoned this fort harassing and repulsing the invading enemy for seven months during the darkest period of the war. From this outpost General . . . Map (db m7768) HM
44 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Abraham Clark
On St Georges Avenue (County Route 27), on the right when traveling south.
Grave site of Abraham Clark, Colonial Legislator, signer of Declaration of Independence, and long a member of Congress.Map (db m7787) HM
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45 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Capt. Thomas Clark
On St Georges Avenue (County Route 27), on the right when traveling south.
Son of Abraham, signer Captain of Artillery in the Continental Army Fought at the Battle of Princeton Served in the Revolutionary War from 1776 to 1781 Died May 13, 1789, in his 37th year. The children of his son Jonathan and of his . . . Map (db m7788) HM
46 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — George Washington Tulip Poplar
On West Grand Avenue at Winfield Street, on the left when traveling west on West Grand Avenue.
A direct descendant of the Tulip Poplar planted in 1785 by our first President, George Washington, on the grounds of Mount Vernon, his home on the Potomac. More than two centuries later, the original Tulip Poplar continues to stand. Through the work . . . Map (db m6997) HM
47 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Horsehead Copper
On St Georges Avenue at River Road, on the left when traveling south on St Georges Avenue.
This “Horsehead Copper” was the first coin in the Nation to bear the motto “E Pluribus Unum” . It was minted in this site in 1786.Map (db m7784) HM
48 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Merchants and Drovers Tavern1780
On St Georges Avenue (County Route 27) at Westfield Avenue (County Route 613), on the right when traveling south on St Georges Avenue.
This Property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m7807) HM
49 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Rahway
On St Georges Avenue at West Grand Avenue, on the left when traveling south on St Georges Avenue.
Here, on April 23, 1789, on his way to New York City, Washington was received by troops from Elizabethtown and Newark. He was entertained at the Inn kept by Samuel Smith by gentlemen of the Town.Map (db m7785) HM
50 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Spanktown
On St Georges Avenue near River Road, on the right when traveling south.
January, 1777, a sharp fight took place here between the British and Gen. Maxwell’s men. June 26-27, 1777, the British, retreating in a running fight from Westfield, were pursued here on their route to Amboy and Staten Island.Map (db m7783) HM
51 New Jersey, Union County, Rahway — Terrill TavernCirca 1735
On Westfield Avenue (County Route 613) at St Georges Avenue (County Route 27), on the right when traveling west on Westfield Avenue.
Restored by Rahway Historical Society Presented by National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century Lady Elizabeth Carteret Chapter 1989Map (db m7808) HM
52 New Jersey, Union County, Roselle — In Remembrance of Abraham Clark
On West Ninth Avenue (County Route 619) at Chestnut Street (County Route 625), on the left when traveling east on West Ninth Avenue.
In remembrance of Abraham Clark 1726 – 1794 A signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Jersey He lived on this site during the formative period of the republic. __________ Erected by the New Jersey Society, Sons of the . . . Map (db m7782) HM
53 New Jersey, Union County, Roselle Park — Here the British Turned
On Galloping Hill Road at Colonial Road, on the right when traveling south on Galloping Hill Road.
Here the British turned into Galloping Hill Road from Elizabethtown to Connecticut Farms and Springfield at the time of the battles June 7 and 23, 1780. Washington afterwards said of the New Jersey militia “They flew to arms universally, . . . Map (db m7781) HM
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54 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — “Dolbier House”Circa 1736
On Terrill Road west of Kevin Road, on the right when traveling east.
Home of Jessie Dolbier, wheelwright and blacksmith to the revolution.Map (db m63455) HM
55 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — “Littell Half Way House”Circa 1750
On Raritan Road, on the right when traveling south.
Bought about 1785 by Capt. Gershom Littell for bride Phobe Terry, uniting two very early settlers families. Built about 1750.Map (db m63454) HM
56 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — “Osborn House”Circa 1770
On Westfield Avenue at Westfield Road, on the right when traveling south on Westfield Avenue.
Built in 1770. Home of Mary Darby and Revolutionary patriot John B. Osborn who “Bearded the British lion under Washington.”Map (db m63456) HM
57 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — “Terry Well”Circa 1760
On Rahway Road.
Furnished water for both Colonials and Red Coats during Battle of the Short Hills, June 26, 1777. (Home of Jonathan Terry)Map (db m94484) HM
58 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Baptist ParsonageCirca 1786
On Park Avenue (County Route 655), on the right when traveling west.
First Parsonage in Essex Co. gift of William Darby – Residence of Rev. James Manning, founder of Brown University and mother organization to Churches in Lyons Farms, Samptown & Mays Lick, Ky. & New York City.Map (db m7810) HM
59 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Battle of The Short HillsJune 26, 1777
On Raritan Road, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
On the 26th of June in 1777 Washington’s continental forces of under 6,000 men fought a running battle on the plains below the Watchung Mountains with the combined British and Hessian troops numbering about 12,000. Early on that hot Thursday morning . . . Map (db m21858) HM
60 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Caesar
On Park Avenue at Mountain Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Park Avenue.
Here rest the remains of Caesar, an African, who died February 7th, 1806 aged 104 years. He was more than half a century, a worthy member of the Church in this place; and closed his life in the confidence of a Christian. His numerous friends have . . . Map (db m63467) HM
61 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Cannon Ball HouseCirca 1750
On Front Street (County Route 620), on the right when traveling north.
Osborn House – Home of Rev. Soldiers and later home of Hollingsworth and Darby Fur Mill associated with Cannon Ball from battle of the Short Hills, June 27, 1777.Map (db m7809) HM
62 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Frazee HomesteadCirca 1750
On Raritan Road near Terrill Road, on the right when traveling south.
British General Cornwallis stopped to ask for bread during the battle of Short Hills, June 26, 1777, and was marked by Betty Frazee’s famous statement “I give you this in fear, not in love.”Map (db m7773) HM
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63 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Patriots and Soldiers of the American Revolution
On Park Avenue at Grand Street, on the right when traveling west on Park Avenue.
In honor of the Patriots and Soldiers of the American Revolution at rest in this cemetery. Ceasar TMS   1806 • Noah Clark   1801 • James Coles   1812 • John Darby, Sr.   1820 • John Darby, Jr.   1829 • James Dorcey   1805 • Nathaniel Drake   1801 • . . . Map (db m63458) HM
64 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Stage House Inn
On Front Street (County Route 620) near Park Avenue (County Route 655), on the left when traveling north.
[Upper Marker]: Center section built, 1737, became an inn during stage coach days. Enlarged in early 19th century for summer boarders. [Lower Marker]: Circa 1737 “Stage House & Liberty Pole” Col. Recompense . . . Map (db m7770) HM
65 New Jersey, Union County, Scotch Plains — Swift Sure Stage Line
On Front Street (County Route 620) near Park Avenue (County Route 655), in the median.
1799 Marking the route through Scotch Plains of the Swift Sure Stage Line Philadelphia to New York. Erected by Scotch Plains Chapter D.A.R. February 12, 1941Map (db m7772) HM
66 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — Battle of Springfield
On Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Here, June 23, 1780, 1500 Americans, under Greene and Dayton, were attacked by 5000 British and Hessians under Clinton and Knyphausen enroute to capture stores at Morristown. The British burned Springfield, but were defeated.Map (db m189467) HM
67 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — 9 — Colonial ChurchAmerican Presbyterian and Reformed Historical Site
On Morris Avenue (New Jersey Route 124) at Church Mall, on the right when traveling west on Morris Avenue.
Site of Church used as storehouse in Revolution. Destroyed by British in Battle of Springfield. Present church built 1791.Map (db m122277) HM
68 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — Patriots who fell at Springfield
Near Mountain Avenue (County Route 635), on the left when traveling south.
To the memory of Patriots who fell at Springfield June 23, 1780Map (db m7000) HM
69 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — Springfield
On Morris Avenue at Church Mall, on the right when traveling west on Morris Avenue.
(Front of monument): The first British advance was stayed at the bridge east of the village, June 7, 1780. The Battle of Springfield was fought June 23rd. The Americans under General Greene on that day near the stream west of the church . . . Map (db m6915) HM
70 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — The Battle of Springfield
On Church Mall, 0.1 miles north of Morris Avenue (New Jersey Route 124), on the left when traveling north.
Their deeds enriched and glorified our nation. This gate is dedicated in commemoration of the heroic service performed at The Battle of Springfield during the war for American Independence by the soldiers whose remains are . . . Map (db m7001) HM
71 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — The Cannonball House
On Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
(Upper Plaque): This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior (Lower Plaque): The Cannon Ball House Farmstead and dwelling built about 1740. . . . Map (db m6918) HM
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72 New Jersey, Union County, Springfield — The Jersey Militia and Continental Army
On Washington Avenue at Angel Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Washington Avenue.
This plaque is dedicated to those brave men of the New Jersey Militia and Continental Army who fought the Battle of Springfield June 7 to June 23, 1780. The battle took place between the bridge crossing near Morris Avenue and the east branch of . . . Map (db m6920) HM
73 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Briant Pond Park
On Springfield Ave (County Route 527) at Middle Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Springfield Ave.
This site was farmed by several generations of the Briant family prior to its acquisition by Union Country in 1930. The original design for the park was prepared by Olmsted Brothers Landscape Architects, the firm founded by the sons of the famed . . . Map (db m193098) HM
74 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Florence Spearing RandolphWomen’s Heritage Trail — Wallace Chapel AME Zion Church —
On Broad Street at Orchard Street on Broad Street.
Florence Spearing Randolph, born in Charleston, South Carolina on August 9, 1866 was an African-American A.M.E. Zion (Methodist) minister and social activist. She served as Pastor of Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Summit City, from 1925 to 1946. . . . Map (db m94510) HM
75 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Marjorie Cranstoun JeffersonWomen’s Heritage Trail — Summit Playhouse —
On New England Avenue.
Did you know that Marjorie Cranstoun Jefferson: *Was a leader in the Little Theater Movement in the United States? *Co-founded this community theater in 1918? *Directed more than 130 productions in this theater? (She was its director for 51 years, . . . Map (db m94532) HM
76 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Rahway Valley RailroadThe Summit Station
Near Broad Street (County Route 512) at Denman Place, on the right when traveling east.
The Summit Park Line follows the path the Rahway Valley Railroad. About 500-feet to the northwest, at the opposite end of the apartment complex's parking lot, stood the Rahway Valley's Summit Station. Passenger service between Roselle Park and . . . Map (db m197461) HM
77 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Signal Beacon and the “Old Sow”
On Hobart Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
1776 Here in the time of the American Revolution stood the Signal Beacon and by its side the cannon known as the “Old Sow” which in time of danger and invasion summoned the patriotic “Minute Men” of this vicinity to the . . . Map (db m7359) HM
78 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Summit Opera House
On 2 Kent Place Blvd.
The building on this site was designed in 1893 for the Women's Temperance Union by architect Theodore Mead, Jr. In return for title to the property, Civil War veteran Joel G. Van Cise completed the construction and provided the W.C.T.U. with a local . . . Map (db m34621) HM
79 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Summit Playhouse
On New England Avenue.
The Playhouse Association has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m94533) HM
80 New Jersey, Union County, Summit — Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church
On Broad Street near Orchard Street.
(Top plaque) Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Summit, New Jersey has been listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. (Bottom plaque) Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church . . . Map (db m94511) HM
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81 New Jersey, Union County, Union — American Troops Withdraw
On Caldwell Avenue at Elmwood Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Caldwell Avenue.
American troops withdrew west along Elmwood and Morris Avenues toward the Rahway River Bridge at the Springfield border on June 7, 1780 after heavy fighting at the First Presbyterian Church.Map (db m6949) HM
82 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Battle of Connecticut Farms7 June 1780
On Stuyvesant Avenue at Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling south on Stuyvesant Avenue.
In honor of the American soldiers who lost their lives in defense of our newly formed nation at the Battle of Connecticut Farms 7 June 1780 We dedicate this flagpole to all American Servicemen and Women who served their country during the last . . . Map (db m6928) HM
83 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Caldwell Parsonage
On Caldwell Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Near this spot stood the parsonage in which Hannah Ogden wife of Rev. James Caldwell was killed by a British soldier, June 7,1780. Erected by the State of New Jersey A.D. 1905Map (db m6930) HM
84 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Caldwell’s Home
On Caldwell Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Site of Parsonage used by James Caldwell family. Burned by British in 1780. Mrs. Caldwell was killed by a British soldier. (Lower Marker: ) Reverend James Caldwell and his wife Hannah moved to this site after his church in . . . Map (db m6929) HM
85 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Carriage House
Near Elizabethtown Plaza.
Colonel John Kean built the present carriage house around 1882. The building is an example of utilitarian Victorian architecture with its distinctive roof shapes, slate roofing, and brick arches over the windows, doors and tower. The stable was the . . . Map (db m66609) HM
86 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Christopher Columbus1451 – 1506
On Morris Avenue, 0.1 miles east of Stuyvesant Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated in memory of the courage and determination of Christpoher Columbus. He followed his dream, and discovered America. Erected by the Columbia Italian-American Club of Union October 13, 2000Map (db m40006) HM
87 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Colonel Elias Dayton
On Morris Avenue (County Route 82), on the right when traveling west.
American Colonel Elias Dayton ordered a 4 pound cannon to fire east on Morris Ave. at the advancing enemy. The British were driven back and retreated during the evening of June 7, 1780.Map (db m6950) HM
88 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Connecticut Farms
On Stuyvesant Avenue at Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling south on Stuyvesant Avenue.
Here stood the Presbyterian Church and here was fought the battle, June 7, 1780, between American forces under General Maxwell and Colonel Dayton and the British army on its advance to Springfield. The church and village were burned by the British . . . Map (db m6921) HM
89 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Connecticut Farms
On Morris Avenue (County Route 82), on the right when traveling west.
On June 7, 1780 about 5000 British and Hessian troops invaded Connecticut Farms (now Union Township). They stopped at Governor Livingston’s home located at this site.Map (db m6944) HM
90 New Jersey, Union County, Union — First Presbyterian Church of Connecticut Farms
On Stuyvesant Avenue (County Route 619), on the right when traveling south.
The First Presbyterian Church of Connecticut Farms was built in 1730 and burned to the ground on June 7, 1780 by the British and Hessian army. Reverend James Caldwell was minister.Map (db m6935) HM
91 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Gen. Wilhelm von Knyphausen
On Vauxhall Road at Stuyvesant Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Vauxhall Road.
Lt. General Wilhelm von Knyphausen ordered a second British column to march on Vaux Hall Road in order to out flank American troops fighting on the hill above the First Presbyterian Church.Map (db m36181) HM
92 New Jersey, Union County, Union — General Sir Henry Clinton
On Vauxhall Road at Burnet Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Vauxhall Road.
On June 23, 1780 British General Sir Henry Clinton marched through Elizabeth and Connecticut Farms (now Union Township) with 5000 British and Hessian troops and was stopped at Springfield and Millburn.Map (db m36147) HM
93 New Jersey, Union County, Union — General von Knyphausen
On Morris Avenue (County Route 82) at Colonial Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Morris Avenue.
Lt. General Wilhelm von Knyphausen led 5000 British and Hessian troops west on Morris Avenue on June 7, 1780. His objective was to destroy Washington’s army camped in Morristown.Map (db m6947) HM
94 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Glenn Avenue
On Vauxhall Road at Glenn Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Vauxhall Road.
Dedicated to Lt. Col. John H. Glenn Jr. Feb. 20, 1962 Project MercuryMap (db m36182) HM
95 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Horse Chestnut Tree
Near Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Planted by Gov. William Livingston’s Daughter Susan In 1770. The oldest tree of its type on the NJ State RegisterMap (db m66632) HM
96 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Jahn's Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor
On Stuyvesant Ave at Rosemont Ave North on Stuyvesant Ave.
On this site formerly stood Union Center's "Landmark" Jahn's Restaurant and Ice Cream parlor. In Union from 1962 thru 1998.Map (db m34484) HM
97 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Liberty Hall
On Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Built in 1772 by William Livingston, later a patriot leader, governor of New Jersey, 1776-90, Member of Constitutional Convention.Map (db m16753) HM
98 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Liberty HallErected 1773
On Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Residence of Governor William Livingston Eminent lawyer, statesman, writer and poet Governor of New Jersey from 1776 – 1790 Representative of New Jersey in the First Continental Congress 1774. Again a delegate in 1775. Commissioned . . . Map (db m32307) HM
99 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Liberty Hall
On Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Liberty Hall has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating or illustrating the history of the United States U.S. . . . Map (db m66601) HM
100 New Jersey, Union County, Union — Liberty Hall
Near Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Built in 1772 in the Georgian style by William Livingston (New Jersey’s first elected Governor, 1776-1790). The house assumed its current Victorian Italianate appearance in the late 19th century, when it was enlarged by Colonel John Kean to meet the . . . Map (db m66628) HM

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