Morning light shines across Gloucester Courthouse in Gloucester, Virginia. During the 1781 Yorktown campaign, allied operations extended into Gloucester County, including the movement of Lauzun’s Legion across the York River from Yorktown.
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail · MA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, DC
This 680-mile-long trail follows the paths taken by George Washington's Continental Army and Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau's Expédition Particulière during their 1781 march from Newport, Rhode Island, to Yorktown, Virginia. France's support in America's struggle for independence was vital to victory at Yorktown. The trail commemorates that victory and the lasting Franco-American friendship.
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Park Name
InfoWashington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
Designation
InfoNational Historic Trail
State(s)
InfoMA, RI, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, DC
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Operating Hours
InfoThere are many historic sites, museums, and parks (federal, state, and local) along the Trail. Operating hours will vary from site to site. We recommend contacting the individual sites for specific information.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoAmerican Revolution, Maritime, Maritime - Military + 7 more
Weather Info
InfoWith over 680 miles of land and water trails and hundreds of historical sites, there is a wide variety in weather. Please check with your favorite weather website before traveling.
Getting There
InfoThe Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail encompasses over 680 miles of land and water trails through Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsy
Location
Info40.0958° N, -74.8564° W
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