From a quiet colonial settlement to the crossroads of the American Revolution and a global manufacturing powerhouse, Trenton, New Jersey, has one of the most fascinating histories in the United States.
In this video, we dive deep into the incredible story of New Jersey's capital city.
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0:00 - Introduction: The Falls of the Delaware
1:15 - Indigenous Roots & William Trent
2:45 - The Christmas Miracle: George Washington & The Battle of Trenton
5:10 - How Trenton Briefly Became the Capital of the United States
6:35 - "Trenton Makes, The World Takes": The Industrial Boom (Roebling, Ceramics, & Steel)
9:00 - Post-War Decline and the 1968 Riots
10:45 - Modern Trenton: Preserving History for the Future
What you’ll learn:
How a surprise Christmas attack by George Washington saved the American Revolution.
The story behind John A. Roebling and how Trenton steel built the Brooklyn Bridge.
Why Trenton's pottery and ceramics once rivaled the finest in the world.
The challenges the city faced in the 20th century and its enduring legacy today.
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