About this property
Camps No. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army, also known as Site No. 97-87D, is a historical archeological site that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. It encompasses the areas occupied by the French Army under General Rochambeau during their marches across Connecticut in 1781 and 1783. One of the major encampment sites is located on the grounds of the Hawley School, where a historic marker is placed.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 02000424. It was listed on May 5, 2002.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army listed on the National Register?
Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 5, 2002.
What type of historic resource is Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army?
Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army is classified as a site in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army?
The period of significance for Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1781.
Can I research the history near Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army?
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