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Just $250,000 remains to fully restore Princeton Battlefield to its 1777 appearance — in time for the 250th anniversary of American independence and the battle itself.

Thanks to steadfast supporters, 89% of the funding has already been secured toward a $2.2 million effort to transform this land into a fully realized historic park.

Restoration at Princeton will reestablish historic features — orchards, fence lines, roads and fields — allowing visitors to experience the battlefield as it was on that pivotal winter morning in 1777. 

Those who make a gift of $77 or more will receive an updated edition of Battle Maps of the American Revolution, filled with detailed maps, troop movements and new historical insights created for America’s 250th anniversary. And for those who contribute $250 or more, a truly special honor awaits — your name will be included on a permanent recognition marker at Princeton Battlefield, commemorating your role in restoring this historic ground.

Learn more at battlefields.org.

What happens when the capital falls—but the fight is far from over?

In this episode of the Boom Goes the History podcast series, co-host Kris White is joined by historian Dan Davis and producer Andy Poulton to dive into the dramatic Philadelphia Campaign of 1777. From the shock of losing the American capital to the hard lessons learned on the road to Valley Forge, the crew unpacks how setbacks helped shape the Revolution’s resilience. It's one of the most trying chapters in George Washington's storied career.

It’s a fast-paced, fun, and insightful look at a pivotal moment—and a reminder that even in defeat, the story was far from finished.

With more than 400 crucial acres preserved at Petersburg, the American Battlefield Trust surpasses 61,000 acres saved nationwide. Last year, the American Battlefield Trust embarked on one of the largest preservation projects in our nearly 40-year history. More than 400 acres at Pamplin Historical Park and the National Museum of the Civil War Soldier have been enjoyed and appreciated by heritage tourists and countless school students for decades... but were not fully protected for future generations. Until now.