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Set against the backdrop of Sea Girt's vibrant history, the narrative captures the town's transformation from a serene seaside resort to a bustling hub of political and military activity. With events ranging from National Guard exercises to FDR's campaign launch, the book highlights the unique encounters with notable figures like Woodrow Wilson and Frank Hague. Joe Bilby's engaging chronicle reflects the town's lively past, celebrating its significance in New Jersey's history with a sense of joy and nostalgia.

Presents an analysis of the Battle of Monmouth and the entire campaign along with information on the commanders, personnel, organization, training, and weapons for both armies along with a look at the battle within the context of the American Revolution and the civil war between the Tories and Whigs in New Jersey.

A slice of New Jersey history for every day of the year. -- Back cover.

Asbury Park's diverse array of landmarks creates an unforgettable impression of this legendary seaside city. They tell the story of its past, present and even future. The elegant, Art Deco-inspired Convention Hall captures the resort's glittering heyday in the 1920s and '30s, while structures like the Upstage seem to echo with the voices of aspiring musicians like Bruce Springsteen when they played at intimate venues, defining Asbury's world-renowned music scene. As the city forges ahead with ambitious redevelopment plans, many neglected buildings have been rehabilitated, but others continue to deteriorate, despite a groundswell of public opposition. From opulent movie houses to down-and-dirty rock-and-roll clubs, these landmarks trace the evolution of Asbury Park from a tiny nineteenth-century resort town to the world-famous playground of today.

In 2014, the great state of New Jersey celebrates its sesquarcentennial--its 350th year since being founded in 1664. First settled as part of New Netherland, each year since has brought moments to remember. In this collection, Jersey authors Joseph Bilby, James Madden and Harry Ziegler present some of these events from each year. Some are well known and important, like the Revolutionary War Battle of Trenton and the many patents filed by Thomas Edison. Others are quirky, such as the birth of the creator of Felix the Cat in 1892 and the opening of America's first traffic circle in 1925. And still others are proud, like the many ways Jersey regiments have served the United States. Discover more than 350 trials and triumphs that have shaped the Garden State.

The ingenious people of the Garden State were instrumental in the early development of the submarine. The first American submarine sank off Fort Lee in 1776, and the first successful one adopted by the U.S. Navy was invented by Paterson's John Holland at the end of the nineteenth century. Today, the only surviving Union Civil War submarine, built in Newark, sits in the National Guard Militia Museum in Sea Girt. In 1918, the technology pioneered there was turned against the Jersey Shore when U-151 went on a one-day ship-sinking rampage. A World War II U-boat offensive torpedoed numerous ships off the coast, leaving oil-soaked beaches strewn with wreckage. The authors reveal the remarkable history of submarines off the New Jersey coastline.

Examining the pivotal role of weaponry, this book explores how advancements in soldiers' arms influenced key battles and strategies during the Civil War. It delves into the technological innovations and their impact on combat effectiveness, shaping the course of the conflict. Through detailed analysis, the author highlights specific instances where weaponry shifted the tide of war, offering insights into the relationship between military technology and historical outcomes. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how these factors contributed to the eventual resolution of the war.

Spanning thirty-one years, this chronicle delves into the bizarre and startling criminal events that captured national attention in New Jersey from 1922 to 1952, a time known as the "Noir" era. Author Joe Bilby explores a range of curious incidents, providing a captivating look at the darker side of the Garden State's history.

A new volume in the Westholme Publishing State Military History Series, the Garden State s story from the first skirmishes between the Dutch and American Indians, through the pivotal battles of Trenton, Princeton, and Monmouth, to the blackouts of World War II číst celé