American Revolution Round Table of Richmond: The Continental Army at Pluckemin, NJ, 1778-79

Thursday, April 3, 2014

The Continental Army at Pluckemin, NJ, 1778-79

During the winter of of 1778-1779, General Henry Knox commanded America's first institution to train military officers. This facility, located in Pluckemin, New Jersey, is a precursor to the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Enjoy this YouTube overview.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWRIx6J8UOk

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Thursday, April 3, 2014

The Continental Army at Pluckemin, NJ, 1778-79

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