The "Privateers" - Chestnut Neck Park - Port Republic, NJ
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Bronze marker dedicated to "the Privateers", independent mariners from New Jersey who fought for American independence during the Revolutionary War.
Waymark Code: WM109Y6
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 03/29/2019
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Marker is located in Chestnut Neck Historic Park near Port Republic, off US9. It is dedicated to "the Privateers", local independent mariners who sailed and fought for the American side during the Revolutionary War.
Marker text reads:
In honor of the
“Privateers”
who sailed and fought for American Independence
“1776 – 1783”
There are 32 Captains and 30 ships listed.
This marker was restored in 2014.
Marker Name: The Privateers"
Marker Type: Local? Unofficial
Marker text:
In honor of the
“Privateers”
who sailed and fought for American Independence
“1776 – 1783”
Dedication Date: 01/01/2014
City: Port Republic
County: Atlantic
Group responsible for placement: Col. Richard Somers Chapter Sons of the American Revolution
Web Link: [Web Link]
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