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Innerline Defenses and Redoubts
The Inner-Line defenses were made up of a series of low earthen mounds and fortifications where cannon's were set overlooking the valley below. They extended about one mile from Mount Joy to the Schuylkill River to the North
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Knox Quarters
In contrast to soldiers' log huts, officers' quarters appears lavish. But the house in these pictures looks significantly different than in the encampment days. Architectural modifications have more than doubled the size of this house.
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Lafayette's Quarters
These quarters are closed to the public, down a dirt road, and rather well hidden from view. The careful observer can see it from a bridge approaching the drive to the property.
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Maxwell's Quarters
This home is now the site of the Wilcox Memorial Library. It is not open to the public, however they do not protest if you wish to take a look around. Just please be respectful of their privacy
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Lord Sterling Headquarters
This was originally the home of Parson William Currie. During the Valley Forge encampment of December 19, 1777 to June 17, 1778, Major General William Alexander, Lord Sterling, and Major James Monroe (5th president of the United States) quartered here.
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Varnum's Quarters
A fine example of early 18th century architecture, this old farm house is believed to date back to as early as 1711. Note how tall and narrow the house is, the extreemly steep roof, and the random placement of the windows.
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Washington's Valley Forge Headquarters
The headquarters house, overlooking the confluence of the Schuylkill River and Valley Creek, was the hub of military activity. It was from here that General Washington, with the assistance of his staff, conducted the daily routine of the army.
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General McIntosh Huts
General Lachlin McIntosh, born 1727, died 1806. General George Washington said about General McIntosh, "....an Officer of great worth and merit."
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Dewee House
In early 1777, the American Quarter Master General selected Valley Forge to serve as one of the Continental stores. Thousands of barrels of wheat and flour as well as tomahawks, horseshoes, and tools were moved into the Potts-Dewees forges and outbuildings
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Covered Bridge
This covered bridge was built in 1865 and is only one lane wide. Once across, you can access Lafayette's Quarters, Lord Sterling's Headquarters, and Maxwell's Quarters which has been turned into the Wilcox Memorial library
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Valley Forge Monuments
The Valley is full of monuments to the divisions that camped here. The monuments below are placed at the sites where the different Brigades camped.
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General Anthony Wayne Memorial
When food ran so low that mutiny seemed imminent, General Wayne led a foraging expedition into New Jersey. Their mission was to round up all the cattle they could find and destroy what they could not bring with them.
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Von Steuben Memorial
One of General Washington's most trusted and respected subordinates, General Baron William Frederick Von Steuben taught Washington's army the finer art of modern warfare...
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John Waterman Memorial
This 50 foot Granite obelisk was erected in 1901 by the Daughters of the Revolution. It marks the site of the only known grave of the Revolution in Valley Forge. That of Lieutenant John Waterman of Rhode Island who died on April 23, 1778
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Valley Forge Parade Grounds
The grand parade grounds, here at the center of the encampment, is the only terrain expansive enough for drilling mass brigades. In simulated battle, General Von Steuben sent his troops back and forth across rough ground in preparation for the eventual campaign against the British forces.
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Sullivan's Division Campsite
The units that encamped here were the 1st New Jersey Infantry under the command of Colonel Mathias Ogden, the 2nd New Jersey Infantry under the command ....
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Valley Forge Railroad Station
The Valley Forge Railroad Station was completed in 1913, and was made from native sandstone. It recalls a time when rail excursions were popular, before widespread travel by private automobile was popular.
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Greene Encampment
Colonel Christopher Greene, commander of the Rhode Island Infantry chose this spot to set up his camp. The Rhode Island Infantry was part of Varnum's Brigade
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National Memorial Arch
The visitor to the National Memorial Arch is greeted by the inscription on the front that reads, "To the Officers and Private Soldiers of the Continental Army, December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778."
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Washington Memorial Chapel
These pictures do not do this site justice, other than to give you an idea of what you will see when you visit. This magnificent chapel and display wing are superbly crafted.
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