&ldquo\;Colonial Taverns of New Jersey\,&r dquo\; published by The History Press\, is the newest book by New Jersey a uthor Michael Gabriele. \;New Jersey was the &ldquo\;Crossroads of the American Revolution\,&rdquo\; and as battles raged\, colonial taverns for med the social network that held the state together. Taverns were the main stage for the unfolding drama of a colony transitioning into statehood an d making decisions about declaring a war of independence.
\nTaverns& mdash\;the hub of colonial villages&mdash\;were the places where the voice s of history took shape. A haven for Patriots and Loyalists alike\, coloni al taverns were the &ldquo\;seedbeds&rdquo\; of the Revolution\, stronghol ds for political activities\, beacons for travelers\, and venues for enter tainment\, merriment\, and libations. George Washington often commandeered taverns as his temporary headquarters during the war (as did the British Army). Taverns were the places where men would enlist to become part of lo cal militias.
\nThis is Gabriele&rsquo\;s fifth book on New Jersey h istory\, all published by Arcadia Publishing/The History Press. A lifelong Garden State resident\, he is a 1975 graduate of Montclair State Universi ty and has worked as a journalist\, freelance writer and author for more t han 40 years. \;
\nBooks written by the author will be on hand f or attendees to purchase. Q&\;A session and book signing to follow. Ple ase register
\nSponsored by the Ocean County Foundation Grant.
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