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Significant Revolutionary War Battlefields and Monuments

These sites offer a glimpse into the history of the Revolutionary War, providing educational and engaging experiences for visitors interested in this pivotal period of American history.

1. Independence Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

• Significance: The site where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were debated and adopted.
• Attractions: Guided tours, exhibits on American history, the Liberty Bell.
• More Information:
  • Independence Hall National Park Service
  • Visit Philadelphia - Independence Hall

https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/historyculture/places-independencehall.htm

2. Yorktown Battlefield, Virginia

• Significance: The site of the last major battle of the Revolutionary War where British General Cornwallis surrendered to General George Washington.
• Attractions: Battlefield tours, visitor center exhibits, re-enactments.
• More Information:
  • Colonial National Historical Park - Yorktown Battlefield
  • Visit Yorktown – Battlefield

https://www.nps.gov/york/index.htm

3. Saratoga National Historical Park, New York

• Significance: The site of the Battles of Saratoga, a turning point in the Revolutionary War that led to French support for the American cause.
• Attractions: Battlefield tours, hiking trails, interpretive programs.
• More Information:
  • Saratoga National Historical Park
  • Saratoga County Chamber - Saratoga Battlefield

https://www.nps.gov/sara/index.htm

4. Minute Man National Historical Park, Massachusetts

• Significance: The site of the opening battles of the Revolutionary War at Lexington and Concord.
• Attractions: Visitor centers, historical re-enactments, the Battle Road Trail.
• More Information:
  • Minute Man National Historical Park
  • Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism - Minute Man National Historical Park

https://www.nps.gov/mima/index.htm

5. Bunker Hill Monument, Boston, Massachusetts

• Significance: The site of the Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the earliest and most important battles of the Revolutionary War.
• Attractions: Monument climb, museum exhibits, historical markers.
• More Information:
  • Boston National Historical Park - Bunker Hill Monument
  • Freedom Trail - Bunker Hill

https://www.nps.gov/bost/learn/historyculture/bhm.htm

6. Valley Forge National Historical Park, Pennsylvania

• Significance: The winter encampment site of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778.
• Attractions: Visitor center, reconstructed huts, Washington's Headquarters.
• More Information:
  • Valley Forge National Historical Park
  • Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board

https://www.nps.gov/vafo/index.htm

7. Kings Mountain National Military Park, South Carolina

• Significance: The site of the Battle of Kings Mountain, a pivotal American victory.
• Attractions: Battlefield trails, visitor center exhibits, re-enactments.
• More Information:
  • Kings Mountain National Military Park
  • South Carolina Parks - Kings Mountain

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kings_Mountain_National_Military_Park

8. Guilford Courthouse National Military Park, North Carolina

• Significance: The site of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, a significant engagement in the Southern campaign.
• Attractions: Battlefield tours, visitor center, memorial monuments.
• More Information:
  • Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
  • Visit Greensboro - Guilford Courthouse

https://www.nps.gov/guco/index.htm

9. Fort Ticonderoga, New York

• Significance: A strategic fort captured by the American forces early in the war.
• Attractions: Guided tours, historical demonstrations, museum exhibits.
• More Information:
  • Fort Ticonderoga
  • New York State Parks - Fort Ticonderoga

https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/fort-ticonderoga-1775

10. Mount Vernon, Virginia

• Significance: The home of George Washington, the commander of the Continental Army and first President of the United States.
• Attractions: Mansion tours, gardens, museum and education center
• More Information:
  • Mount Vernon
  • Visit Fairfax - Mount Vernon

https://www.mountvernon.org/the-estate-gardens