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The First Battle of Trenton In-Person
ON THE THRESHOLD OF INDEPENDENCE: HUNTERDON COUNTY 1775-1776
"THE FIRST BATTLE OF TRENTON"
On Christmas Eve, 1776, General George Washington led his ragtag army across the Delaware River from Bucks County, PA into Hunterdon County, specifically Trenton Township, NJ, with the mission to oust the Hessians from the town of Trenton, then Hunterdon County's County Seat. Join historian, retired educator, and author of "The 10 Crucial Days", William "Larry" Kidder as he shares Washington's struggles, battle strategy, and ultimate victory in Hunterdon County's most famous battle.
Refreshments follow.
Hunterdon 300th talks are always free. Tickets are required. Click the following link for ticket information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-battle-of-trenton-tickets-1808360016489?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Date:
- Thursday, December 18, 2025
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 9:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Headquarters Library Main Meeting Room (85 seats)
