NY, USA
Fort Tryon Ridge
Landmark
The northern end of Washington's Harlem Heights defensive line, encompassing the high ground above the Harlem River that the army occupied during the fall 1776 campaign. The ridge offered commanding views of the surrounding terrain and represented the northernmost extent of the perimeter Washington held before retreating to White Plains.
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Fort Tryon Park, New York, NY 10040
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