NJ, USA
Monmouth Court House (Freehold)
Government Building
The town of Freehold, known in the 18th century as Monmouth Court House, was the county seat and the community closest to the battlefield. The village gave its name to the battle and was the geographic center around which the engagement unfolded.
What Happened Here
Monmouth Court House was a small agricultural village centered on the county courthouse in 1778. The British army passed through and near the village during its march across New Jersey, and the village's roads, buildings, and surrounding farmland became part of the battlefield on June 28. The courthouse itself served as a reference point for the commanders of both armies. After the battle, the village was left with damaged buildings, trampled fields, and scattered debris from the engagement. The current Monmouth County Courthouse in Freehold, while not the 18th-century structure, occupies the same general area and continues the civic function that gave the village its colonial-era name.
Visiting Today
Address
Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728
Hours
Business hours (public building)
Admission
Free
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