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Organized, 1792, "The Society for Establishing Useful Manfactures," hired Pierre L'Enfant, later planner of nation's capital, to aid them.
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Acquackanonk Bridge
Passaic, NJ
American troops encamped between the Hackensack and Passaic Rivers, were ordered by Washington, Nov. 21, 1776, to cross the Passaic here.
American Encampment - Totowa Heights -
Ringwood, NJ
October 9 - November 27, 1780, the patriot army camp extended along this site which had also been used in July.
Dey Mansion
Preakness, NJ
Home of Col. Theunis Dey, built about 1740.
Dundee Canal
Ringwood, NJ
Since 1828 has contributed to Passaic's industrial and employment growth.
Ringwood Manor Forges
Ringwood, NJ
Here, during the Revolution, were made cannon and shot for the Continental Army.
