Beyond the Battlefield Blog
The Road to Independence on the March to Destiny
December 1775: Winter Hardship, Bold Gambles, and the Long Road to Independence As winter tightened its grip, the war expanded in both geography and consequence. From the frozen lakes of

Battlefield Looks Forward to a Refurbished Future
Battlefield Looks Forward to a Refurbished Future BATTLEFIELD RESTORATION: Reconstruction of the Saw Mill Road (seen here in an artist’s rendering) is just one of many upgrades, including a new
This Month in Revolutionary History: Key Moments from November
November 1775: A Month of Escalation, Resolve, and Reckoning As autumn deepened, the American colonies found themselves pulled further into the gravity of revolution. Hopes for reconciliation dimmed, armies pushed
This Month in Revolutionary History: Key Moments from October
Following the Road to Independence—One Day at a Time The month of October 1775 saw the Revolution deepen in both resolve and peril. The colonies faced betrayal, brutal British attacks,
Press Release: “Replanting History” — Clarke Apple Orchard to Return to Princeton Battlefield
“Replanting History” — Clarke Apple Orchard to Return to Princeton Battlefield Princeton Battlefield Restoration: The historic apple orchard that stood on the William Clarke farm — the very land where

Honoring the Unsung Heroes: Princeton Day School Joins “Men Without Shoes” Project
Princeton, N.J. — September 11, 2025 — Princeton Day School (PDS) has joined the Princeton Battlefield Society (PBS) to expand the “Men Without Shoes” project, an educational initiative designed to
This Month in Revolutionary History: Key Moments from July
Following the Road to Independence—One Day at a Time The month of July 1775 marks a crucial period of transformation. The colonies moved from petitions for peace to laying the
This Month in Revolutionary History: Key Moments from June
Following the Road to Independence—One Day at a Time The month of June was pivotal in 1775, as the American colonies moved from resistance to revolution. Here’s a look at
Today in History: Revolutionary Moments in May
Following the Road to Independence—One Day at a Time Each day in May brings us closer to understanding the steady, passionate drumbeat of revolution that grew louder throughout the spring
Princeton Battlefield Society Announces Daily Countdown until 250 th Anniversary of the Battle, Battlefield Tours, and New Website in Celebration of the Semi Quincentennial of the Battle of Princeton
PPBS to mark each day of the American Revolution leading to January 3, 1777 –Battlefield tours begin May 18th Renowned Local Historian Larry Kidder to make three special presentations this
250 Years Ago This Week: The Revolution Begins
Following the Road to Independence—One Day at a Time This spring marks the start of something extraordinary—not just in 1775 but in 2025. As we approach the 250th anniversary of
Postscript – January 3-6, 1777
The British high command initially acknowledged losses for the day of 276 men; as more reports filtered in, the tally eventually grew to 450, or a third of the Princeton garrison.
Day 10 – January 3, 1777: Battle of Princeton
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