NJ, USA
Molly Pitcher Monument
Monument
A monument within Monmouth Battlefield State Park commemorating the contributions of Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley and other women who served during the Battle of Monmouth. The monument stands near the artillery positions where Hays reportedly took her husband's place at a cannon.
What Happened Here
The Molly Pitcher Monument was erected to honor the women who supported the Continental Army at Monmouth. The monument's location near the American artillery positions reflects the traditional account of Mary Hays carrying water to the gun crews and taking her husband's place when he was incapacitated by the heat. The monument serves as a focal point for discussions about women's roles in the Revolution — not only the exceptional acts of individuals like Hays and Margaret Corbin, but the broader contributions of the camp follower community that cooked, laundered, nursed, and maintained the army's daily operations. The monument is a stop on the park's interpretive trail.
Visiting Today
Address
Within Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan, NJ 07726
Hours
Dawn to dusk daily
Admission
Free
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