Village Inn (Englishtown, New Jersey) facts for kids
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Village Inn
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 Location in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | Water and Main Streets, Englishtown, New Jersey |
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| Area | 0 acres (0 ha) |
| Built | 1732 |
| NRHP reference No. | 72000802 |
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| Added to NRHP | November 13, 1972 |
The Village Inn is a very old building located in Englishtown, New Jersey, which is in Monmouth County, New Jersey. This historic inn was built way back in 1732.
It became a special landmark when it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1972. This means it's officially recognized as an important part of American history.
A Special Place in History
The Village Inn played an important role during the American Revolutionary War. On June 30, 1778, it served as George Washington's headquarters.
What is a Headquarters?
A headquarters is like a main office or command center. For a military leader like George Washington, it was the place where he planned battles and made important decisions. Having Washington stay at the Village Inn shows how significant this building was during the fight for American independence.
