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History Room Watch Party - Red Bank Battlefield and Discovery of Hessian Remains In-Person
Join us as we watch live on the History Room smartboard and discuss some of the many interesting webinars being offered on all types of history-related topics. Stop by and stay as long as you like. Today's Watch Party lecture is from the New Jersey Studies Academic Alliance: “Uncovering History: Red Bank Battlefield and the Discovery of Hessian Remains” - Speaker: Dr. Jen Janofsky, author
Join us for a compelling presentation on the Revolutionary War history of Red Bank Battlefield and the remarkable discovery of human remains believed to be those of Hessian soldiers who fought and died during the Battle of Red Bank in 1777. This talk explores the historical significance of the battlefield, the archaeological investigation that led to the discovery, and what ongoing research is revealing about the lives and identities of the soldiers. Learn how archaeology, history, and community engagement are coming together to deepen our understanding of this pivotal moment in American history.
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