March Route of Rochambeau's Army: Scotland Road facts for kids
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March Route of Rochambeau's Army: Scotland Road
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Scotland Road, in 2016
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 Location in Connecticut
Location in the United States
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| Location | Scotland Rd., from intersection with Back Rd. to 80 Scotland Rd., Windham, Connecticut |
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| Area | 2 acres (0.81 ha) |
| MPS | Rochambeau's Army in Connecticut, 1780-1782 MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 03000314 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Dates of significance | 1781, 1782 |
| Added to NRHP | June 6, 2003 |
The March Route of Rochambeau's Army: Scotland Road is a special historic road in Windham, Connecticut. This part of Scotland Road (Connecticut Route 14) was once a path for the French Army. It was led by a general named Comte de Rochambeau.
His army marched here in 1781 and 1782 during the American Revolutionary War. This road section is important because the French troops even camped here in 1782. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003.
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What is the Scotland Road March Route?
Scotland Road is the main road that goes east from Windham Center to Scotland. A short way east of Windham Center, the road goes down a hill. Both sides of the road have old stone walls.
There are a few houses on the south side of the road. Behind them are open fields. Most of the north side is also an open field. This special part of the road is about 1,700 feet (520 m) long. It runs from Ballamahack Road in the west to Back Road in the east.
How Does the Road Look Today?
Today, the road is paved. But the stone walls and the views of the countryside look much like they did long ago. This means you can still imagine what it was like for the soldiers.
Why is This Road Important to History?
This road is very important because it was part of a major journey. The French Army, led by General Rochambeau, marched along this road in 1781. They were on their way to Yorktown, Virginia. This was a very important battle in the American Revolutionary War.
The Army's Return Journey
The army also used this road for their trip back home in 1782. On their way back, they even set up a camp right next to the road. This camp was in the field on the north side of this road section.
Many other places connected to Rochambeau's route are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These places help us remember the important role the French played in the American Revolution.
