Military history of New Jersey

War came to Garden Statesoil early. The Dutch fought the Indians inKieft's War, while the English fought the Spanish in the War of Jenkins' Earand the French, Swedes and native nations in dozens of other conflicts.

NewJersey played an integral role as the "Crossroads of the American Revolution."The Battle of Trenton, the crossing of the Delaware and battles at Monmouth andSpringfield helped the colonies break free from Britain.

During both worldwars, German submarines lurked along the coastline.

Historian David Petriellopresents a comprehensive military history of New Jersey, highlighting thestate's major and lesser-known engagements and contributions to the defense ofthe nation.