The Historical Society of Princeton Presents

Princeton and the American Revolution - A Four-Talk Series by Barry Singer

Dive into the 250th anniversary with this comprehensive program highlighting the local events of the Revolutionary War and its effects on Princeton, culminating in the Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777. We will hear, sometimes in the soldiers’ own words, of their sacrifice and bravery which created a major turning point of the war. Finally, we will discuss the events of 1783 when the small rural town of Princeton rose to the occasion and became the nation’s capital for four-and-a-half months.

Dates: Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24, and October 1 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (one hour talk, followed by Q & A)

September 10: Princeton and the American Revolution Overview Princeton’s early history through the Battle of Princeton.

September 17: The Battle of Brooklyn Exploring in detail the largest battle of the Revolutionary War and its implications for Princeton.

September 24: The Ten Crucial Days In the desperate hours at the end of 1776, the American Revolution seemed lost. Struggling through unimaginable difficulties, the Continental Army crossed the Delaware River on Christmas, winning three battles in ten days. These three victories changed the course of history and enabled the birth of our free nation.

October 1: Princeton, the Nation’s Capital, 1783 Congress fled Philadelphia after an army mutiny demanding back pay. Relocating to Princeton, Congress remained in session for four-and-a-half months. We will discuss the many events that took place and the people involved, as this small rural town provided the backdrop for the historic events of that summer and fall.

Seating is limited. To register, click on the “View Event” page, then click on the “Source” at the bottom of the page to visit the Historical Society of Princeton web page, and scroll down to the event.