Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army, Newtown

Name: Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army
Address: Newtown, United States

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Archaeological site

Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army

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Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army, also known as Site No. 97-87D, is an historical archeological site that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. It encompasses the areas occupied by the French Army of Rochambeau during their marches across Connecticut in 1781 and 1783. One of the major encampment site is located on the grounds of the Hawley School, where a historic marker is placed. ()

Built: 1781 (243 years ago)Coordinates: 41°24'53"N, 73°18'9"W

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Newtown United States

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Camps Nos. 10 and 41 of Rochambeau's Army – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Daniel Basset House, St. Rose of Lima Church, Brookfield Craft Center, St. Joseph Church.

7 miSE
Hiking, Hiking trail
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Arts and crafts, Art gallery, Museum
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Church
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Neighbourhood
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Park
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Church
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Park
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National park
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