State of New York Memorial - Valley Forge National Historical Park - King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member gparkes
N 40° 05.332 W 075° 26.250
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Valley Forge was the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army. This quote really makes you feel for the common soldier.
Waymark Code: WMAKXY
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 01/27/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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"... It is beyond description to conceive what the men suffer..."

Colonel Philip Van Cortlandt
2nd N.Y. Regiment
In a letter to
George Clinton, Governor of New York,
From Valley Forge on Feb. 13th, 1778
State of New York
1970

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park is nationally significant as the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. Few places evoke the spirit of patriotism and independence, represent individual and collective sacrifice, or demonstrate the resolve, tenacity and determination of the people of the United States to be free as does Valley Forge. The historic landscapes, structures, objects, and archeological and natural resources at Valley Forge are tangible links to one of the most defining events in our nation's history. Here the Continental Army under Washington's leadership emerged as a cohesive and disciplined fighting force. The Valley Forge experience is fundamental to both American history and American myth, and remains a source of inspiration for Americans and the world.

Valley Forge National Historical Park contains 28 miles of authorized trail that are popular for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Park Hours
Park grounds

Open daily, year-round 7 am to dark

Visitor Center
9 am to 5 pm daily
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day

* Information taken from the National Park Service website.

Address:
Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406


Website: [Web Link]

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