Join us for this month's Saturday Morning History Chat!
During the first major conflict of the early Republic, the Quasi-War, Alexander Hamilton and other staunch Federalists seized upon a turbulent national climate and concern over a French invasion to push for the establishment of a provisional army. This “New Army” would consist of 12 newly-raised regiments. Hamilton secured the post of Inspector General, and was effectively in charge of directing the “New Army”. Three regiments of the “New Army” were cantoned in a log hut city at the Vermeule property during the winter of 1799-1800. Known as the Union Camp, this winter cantonment represents one of the most significant impacts of the Quasi-War on the state of New Jersey. Mr. Radice will discuss life at the “Union Camp” during that winter, with special emphasis on how the soldiers housed themselves, interacted with the local population, and figured into the contentious politics of the Quasi-War period.