The Last Skirmish - Cedar Bridge Tavernby Paul Gitto
About 10 miles due South of where we live, hidden in the Pine Barrens of Southern New Jersey, is the Cedar Bridge Tavern . This is the site of the last skirmish of the American Revolutionary War. The Tavern was built in 1740, and still stands today. We had the privilege to visit this site July 5th, 2011.
After searching several days for the notorious Capt. John Bacon, Capt. Richard Shreve of the Burlington County light horse and Capt. Edward Thomas of the Mansfield militia stopped with their men to refresh themselves near here at the Cedar Bridge Tavern. Bacon and his band of loyalists surprised the militia and blocked their escape. As the militia gained the advantage, they were fired upon unexpectedly by a party of locals, who came to Bacon’s aid and provided a diversion that allowed Bacon to escape. Among the patriots, one was killed and four were wounded. Four loyalists were also wounded, including Capt. Bacon.
Great shot, the angle gives it a nice nobility, Paul. Isn’t it stunning how something like this can last for centuries. lots of good spit and muscle in those original American yanks.
Thanks Barbara. I tried to copy the angle of a painting that was done. It shows the bridge down the road and the fighting that ensued. In 1880’s all the other buildings in the area burned to the ground. Pinelands fires are quite voracious. This was the only one left standing.
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Great shot, the angle gives it a nice nobility, Paul. Isn’t it stunning how something like this can last for centuries. lots of good spit and muscle in those original American yanks.
Thanks Barbara. I tried to copy the angle of a painting that was done. It shows the bridge down the road and the fighting that ensued. In 1880’s all the other buildings in the area burned to the ground. Pinelands fires are quite voracious. This was the only one left standing.
– Paul Gitto
It was fun to see this and I am also amazed it is still standing tall. Great shot. ☺
It is awesome to stand where people fought for our freedom over 228 years ago. Thanks!
– Paul Gitto
Very good photo,glad you added this to your collection…great spot!
Thanks Jen!
– Paul Gitto