A Visit To Valley Forge

History, Nature and Old Trees

I visited Valley Forge National Historical Park on a beautiful spring day, so it is hard to imagine the terrible conditions the Continental Army faced in the winter of 1777-78 when they were encamped there.

It is a beautiful park to drive through, but walking or riding a bike helps you to see things you might otherwise miss. (It’s on my bucket list for this summer)

Read this if you want more information on why you should visit Valley Forge.

For those who enjoy photos, here are a few from my visit.

Some images from Valley Forge National Historical Park in Valley Forge, Pa. Top from left: First two photos are two of the reproduction log huts, like those used by the soldiers. Third photo is the inside of a hut. Second row is 'Mad Anthony" Wayne statue, gazing toward his home in Paoli; followed by a statue of Baron von Steuben and the stone house George Washington used as a headquarters. Third row is the Memorial Arch at Valley Forge, followed by a look at the Parade Ground where von Steuben drilled the men and turned them into a fighting force. Last picture is of a large old tree, next to a cannon.