The Battle of Springfield in 1780 is seen by many as a turning point in the War for Independence. On May 3, you can walk in the footsteps of the Revolutionary War militiamen and soldiers who defended this area against the British. Put on your walking shoes and join Durand-Hedden from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for a moderately paced 1-mile “history hike” (plus return) of the Vauxhall Road wing of the Battle. The hike will begin at the Millburn Mall on Vauxhall Road and end at Millburn Town Hall.
Our knowledgeable guide, local history lover Lynn Gale, will point out natural and built landmarks along Millburn Ave. At the start, Brigade of the Revolution re-enactor Mark Hurwitz, wearing an authentic reproduction of the uniform of Col. Elias Dayton of the 3rd NJ Regt, will present an overview of the Battle.
Meeting Location: The bridge over the East Branch of the Rahway River next to the Millburn Mall at the intersection of Vauxhall Road and Millburn Avenue.
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