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Acquackanonk Bridge

Passaic County · dedicated 1932 · Bridge over Passaic River at River Drive and Gregory Avenue. Tablet at church refers to Blanchard House; also inscription on foundation of Wagoner House.

American troops encamped between the Hackensack and Passaic Rivers, were ordered by Washington, Nov. 21, 1776, to cross the Passaic here. After burning the bridge, they marched across Jersey. The Blanchard House ofter was used as a headquarters.

Digital Commonwealth, Boston Public Library

Marker data: New Jersey Historical Commission

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