National Historic Landmark

Monmouth Battlefield

Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
66000467

Location

Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey
40.27822, -74.30811

Significance

Monmouth Battlefield is a historic district in Freehold, Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966, under reference number 66000467. It is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States. It is recognized for its significance in Military.

Categories

MILITARY
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Court Street School
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Walker-Combs-Hartshorne Farmstead
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Hankinson-Moreau-Covenhoven House
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St. Peter's Episcopal Church
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Nearby Battles

Battle of Monmouth
1778Revolutionary War
1 mi
Battle of Monmouth Courthouse (approach actions)
1778Revolutionary War
2 mi
Battle of Monmouth (approach actions, 1778)
1778Revolutionary War
2.7 mi
Battle of Monmouth Courthouse
1778Revolutionary War
2.8 mi
Battle of Freehold (Monmouth Second Phase)
1778Revolutionary War
2.9 mi

Questions about this property

When was Monmouth Battlefield listed on the National Register?

Monmouth Battlefield was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is Monmouth Battlefield?

Monmouth Battlefield is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Monmouth Battlefield a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Monmouth Battlefield has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Monmouth Battlefield?

The period of significance for Monmouth Battlefield is recorded as the listed era.

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