Side Trips from New Castle DEPhiladelphia PA
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Brandywine Battlefield PAThe Battle of the Brandywine was fought in September of 1777 as an attempt to prevent General Howe from taking Philadelphia from the south. Even though Washington didn't stop the British at the Brandywine and Philadelphia fell, the Continental Army managed to pin Howe within the city during the Winter of Valley Forge (1777-78). Fighting continual delaying actions and hitting the British when possible provided the time that Washington needed. Brandywine Battlefield
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Historic Wilmington DENew Castle is located just below Wilmington on the Delaware River. Wilmington, the largest city in the state, is a major center for business incorporation and banking. Despite its considerable size, Wilmington has a pleasant atmosphere and is very livable.
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