The Westervelt House

Bergen County · dedicated 1964 · The new sign has been erected on State property across the street from the Von Steuben House at the bridge which seemed to be a more appropriate place. · location approximate

Washington's rear-guard under Greene held the bridge in the Retreat of 1776; Burr attacked British here in 1777 and Lee's expedition against Paulus Hook started from here 1779. Bridge crossed often by both armies during Revolution.

Digital Commonwealth, Boston Public Library

Marker data: New Jersey Historical Commission

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