The Jacob Ford Jr. Mansion: The Storied History of a New Jersey Home

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Set against the backdrop of colonial America, the narrative explores the Ford family's mansion, which became the largest home in Morristown and later the first national historical park. Completed just before the American Revolution, it served as a prominent gathering place for colonial supporters and notably as George Washington's headquarters during a critical winter encampment. Jude M. Pfister delves into the mansion's rich history, highlighting its enduring legacy intertwined with the nation's past.