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| National Park Overview: |
 | The men and women of the Continental Army were ordinary men and women ? like many of us, but these everyday men and women were thrust into extraordinary circumstances. Valley Forge National Historical Park commemorates more than the collective sacrifices and dedication of the Revolutionary War generation, it pays homage to the ability of everyday Americans to pull together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times. <P>Of all the places associated with the American War for Independence, perhaps none has come to symbolize perseverance and sacrifice more than Valley Forge. The hardships of the encampment claimed the lives of one in ten, nearly all from disease. Despite the privations suffered by the army at Valley Forge, Washington and his generals built a unified professional military organization that ultimately enabled the Continental Army to triumph over the British. <P>Perhaps one of Washington?s soldiers said it best when he described his reasons for not abandoning the field despite the harsh conditions: "We had engaged in the defense of our wounded country and . . . we were determined to persevere." Private Joseph Plumb Martin, 8th Connecticut regiment, December 1777. <P> <P> |
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| B&Bs / Inns | | Sweetwater Farm - Relaxing and peaceful - historic 50 acre estate with elegant accommodations & gourmet breakfast. Pool, heated spa, horses, goats, pond and porches. 12 rooms including 5 child and pet friendly cottages |
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 | Valley Forge National Historical Park General Management Plan, Environmental Impact Statem - Federal Register document |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park / Pennsylvania / United States photo by PlanetWare - Replicas of soldier's huts in Valley Forge National Park, Pennsylvania. (Pennsylvania, United States) |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park Ranger Station - Images of the Valley Forge National Historical Park Ranger Station, February 16, 2002. |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park Memorial Chapel Storm Approaching, February 17, 2002 - Image of the Valley Forge Memorial Chapel and the Valley Forge Nature Center as a storm from the |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park - National Parks Conservation Association's spotlight on the Ten Most Endangered National Parks; Valley Forge is among them. |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park / Pennsylvania / United States photo by PlanetWare - An overview of the Valley in Valley Forge National Park, Pennsylvania. (Pennsylvania, United States) |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park: Making and Remaking a National Symbol (Contents) - Valley Forge National Historical Park. Contents. CONTENTS. Cover. List of Illustrations. Preface. 1. The First Hundred years at Valley Forge. 2. The Centennial and Memorial Association of Valley... |  | Valley Forge National Historical Park (National Park Service) - Valley Forge National Historical Park Located in Valley Forge, PA TRAVEL BASICS - CAMPING - LODGING ACTIVITIES - FACILITIES - FEES/PERMITS "...proof of patience and obedience which, in my opinion, ... | | Area Campgrounds | | Whispering Pines Family 1969 Henderson Ave Washington, PA (724) 222-9830

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| Camp Green Lane 1000 W Germantown Pike Norristown, PA (610) 270-1700

| Boulder Woods Campground 1050 Camp Skymount Rd Green Lane, PA (215) 257-7178

| Homestead Family Campgrounds 1150 Allentown Rd Green Lane, PA (215) 257-3445

| Shady Acres Campground 301 Creek Rd Downingtown, PA (610) 269-1800

| Hickory Park Campground 2140 Big Rd Gilbertsville, PA (610) 754-6884

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| Brandywine Creek Campground 300 Creek Rd Downingtown, PA (610) 942-9950

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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Reeves Sport Shop 1943 W Chestnut St Washington, PA (724) 222-9310

| Kurtz Fish Farm 161 Isabella Rd Elverson, PA (610) 286-9250

| Ed's Bait 445 Bethlehem Pike Colmar, PA (215) 822-7068

| Sport Fishin' Outlet 230 W Germantown Pike Norristown, PA (610) 275-2441

| Clayton's Hunting & Fishing 660 Easton Rd Horsham, PA (215) 672-6060

| Delaware River Fly Fishing Guide Service 879 Euclid Ave Warrington, PA (215) 343-1720

| Center Point Pond Inc 1814 S Valley Forge Rd Lansdale, PA (610) 222-9060

| Fly Fishing Shop The 528 Fox Rd Glenside, PA (215) 887-1523

| Gordon's Sports Supply 129 Pottstown Pike Chester Springs, PA (610) 458-5153

| Blue Water Fishing Tackle Co 1304 Conshohocken Rd # 185 Plymouth Meeting, PA (610) 270-9620

| French Creek Hunting & Fishing Outfitters 270 Schuylkill Rd Phoenixville, PA (610) 933-7200

| Slapp's Tire Service 301 Flower St Chester, PA (610) 874-7997

| American Fishing Wire 205 Carter Dr West Chester, PA (610) 692-1971

| Brinkman's Live Bait & Tackle 4999 Linden Ave Philadelphia, PA (215) 632-0674

| Mike & Kates Sports Shopp 7492 Oxford Ave Philadelphia, PA (215) 745-7740

| Bob's Bait & Tackle 4863 Ridge Ave Philadelphia, PA (215) 487-0887

| Sport Master 6301 Ditman St Philadelphia, PA (215) 331-8836

| Bridesburg Bait & Tackle 2610 Orthodox St Philadelphia, PA (215) 289-8599

| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods 2319 S 15th St Philadelphia, PA (215) 465-7842

| Penn Fishing Tackle 1771 Tomlinson Rd Philadelphia, PA (215) 673-3401

| Penn Fishing and Tackle Mfg 3028 W Hunting Park Ave Philadelphia, PA (215) 229-9415

| Hartville Fishing Club 3409 Rorer St Philadelphia, PA (215) 634-0399

| Center Point Pond Inc 1814 Valley Forge Rd Norristown, PA (610) 222-9060

| Montgomery County: Fishing Norristown, PA (610) 278-3070

| One Shot Hunting N Fishing 1610 Quarry Rd Lansdale, PA (215) 855-9448

| Leonard's Sporting Goods 8508 Lansdowne Ave Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-6409

| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods 1616 E Passyunk Ave Philadelphia, PA (215) 465-7842

| Eyler's Inc Fly & Tackle 895 Penn St Bryn Mawr, PA (610) 527-3388

| South East Archery & Sports 1852 Delmar Dr Folcroft, PA (610) 583-1614

| Xa Fishing Inc 501 Abbott Dr Broomall, PA Unverified listing

| Reeves Sport Shop 2650 Park Ave Washington, PA (724) 222-9310

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| Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz 1220 Market St Philadelphia, PA (215) 922-7324

| Springhill Suites 430 Plymouth Rd Plymouth Meeting, PA (610) 940-0400

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| Sheraton 3549 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA (215) 387-8000

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| Directions: |
| Plane - Philadelphia International Airport is located 25 miles away from the park. From the airport, take 95 south, 476 north, then 76 west.
Car - From New York, and points northeast, and also from Harrisburg and points west via the PA Turnpike (Interstate 76/276): Get off at Exit 326 (old exit 24) - "Valley Forge." Use right side of tollbooth. Take Valley Forge exit just beyond tollbooth. Sign says "Exit 327 (old exit 25) Valley Forge." Go north on N. Gulph Rd for approximately 1.5 miles - just after N. Gulph becomes 2 lane, turn left at traffic light at top of hill into park entrance.
From Philadelphia, New Jersey and points southeast, via the Schuylkill Expressway (Interstate 76 west): Get off at Exit 327, the last exit before tollbooth. Sign says, "Exit 327 (old exit 25), Mall Blvd." Make right at first traffic light. At next light make right onto N. Gulph Rd. Go north on N. Gulph Rd for approximately 1.5 miles - just after N. Gulph becomes 2 lane, turn left at traffic light at top of hill into park entrance.
From Baltimore, Wilmington, DE, and points southeast, via U.S. 202 north: Get off at the 422 west exit. Go about 2 miles. Take the Valley Forge, Route 23 west exit, located just past the overpass. Turn right at the top of the exit ramp and merge into the center lane. Park entrance is straight ahead. From Pottstown and Reading PA, and points northwest, via 422 east: Get off at Valley Forge exit. Make right at the top of the exit ramp and merge into the center lane. Park entrance is straight ahead at the traffic light.
Public Transportation - SEPTA Bus Route 125 stops at the Valley Forge Visitor Center, the near-by Sheraton Hotel, and King Of Prussia Mall. |
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