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Sitting atop the Hudson Palisades, Fort Lee is the western terminus of the George Washington Bridge. Named for Major General Charles Lee, the current site was once an early American Revolutionary military encampment. Fort Lee also holds the distinction of being the birthplace of the American film industry. Just north of Edgewater, Fort Lee is on the peninsula between the Hackensack River and the Hudson River, bisected by the roads that lead to the George Washington Bridge. With a population of over 37,000, Fort Lee is just the right size, small enough to have that home town feel, and close enough to major metropolitan areas like New York for that big night out in the big city. Come for a visit, we know you’ll want to stay! To learn more visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Lee,_New_Jersey

History

Through September and October, the British and American forces were involved in battles at New York City, Harlem Heights, and White Plains. The British then turned their forces against Fort Washington. On November 16, Fort Washington fell to an overwhelming assault by the British. Following the fall of New York to British occupation, the Continental Army crossed the Hudson River and scaled the Palisades to man the fortifications on the bluffs of Fort Lee. Washington designated the area of what is now Monument Park and the Fort Lee Museum as an encampment for his troops.
General Washington, realizing that with the loss of Fort Washington, Fort Lee was of little military value, made preparations to evacuate his remaining army through New Jersey. On November 20, General Cornwallis ferried between 6,000 and 8,000 men across the Hudson River north of Fort Lee. When word of the crossing reached Washington, he ordered the abandonment of Fort Lee and an immediate retreat before his army was cut off and captured by the British. Most of the American supplies and artillery had to be left behind. During these darkest days for the Revolution when it seemed as though the Continental Army could not survive, Thomas Paine, who was in Fort Lee with Washington’s army, wrote the famous words, “These are the times that try men’s souls.” Information from: http://www.fortleenj.org/

Fort Lee, NJ Attractions & Activities

Fort Lee Museum

Made from Palisade Blue Stone, the former home of Judge Moore has made a wonderful place for the Fort Lee Museum. It archives material, photos and historical objects that make up the history of this great country. For more information, visit: http://www.fortleenj.org/index.html

Fort Lee Historic Park

Situated on a cliff top bluff where the Continental Army had positioned its batteries over the Hudson in 1776, this 33 acre park is a joining of scenic beauty and history. Come take in the skyline of upper Manhattan and just soak up the history that surrounds you. To learn more visit: http://www.njpalisades.org/flhp.htm

Palisades Interstate Park

More than 100,000 acres of parklands and historic sites wait in the land that was first acquired after its creation in 1900 by New York and New Jersey. For more information, visit: http://www.njpalisades.org/

Parks and Recreation

With eleven parks to choose from, there’s something for everyone to do with facilities that include recreational centers, wading pools, tennis courts and so much more. For a complete list of the parks and their amenities, please visit http://www.fortleenj.org/index.html

Events Calendar

Whether it’s the Arts and Music Festival or the Annual Women’s Dinner, Fort Lee celebrates life year round! For a complete listing of the events, please visit: http://www.fortleenj.org/index.html

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