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The American Revolution Revisited June 8-16, 2015

240 years ago the 13 British colonies came together to fight for their independence from British rule to form the United States of America. Join University of Cincinnati History Department head Dr. Christopher Phillips as we journey back in time to visit some of the most important locations and events that changed colonists to become citizens of a new nation with the signing of the Declaration of Independence from Britain on July 4, 1776.

On this trip we will visit many of the cities, battlefields and sites that brought an untrained army of colonial militias under the leadership of General George Washington against the highly trained and well equipped British army. How victory was accomplished is truly amazing. We will visit Ft. Necessity, Valley Forge, PA, Trenton, NJ, the Battles of Lexington & Concord, the Siege of Boston, the Battle of Ft. Ticonderoga, the Battles of Saratoga, the Battle of Bunker Hill and more. You will visit Independence Hall in Philadelphia and The Freedom Trail in Boston.

Dr. Phillips will give you much insight as to the events that took place during this period including the political reactions to the Stamp and Townsend Acts being unlawful and what led up to the ultimate break from British colonists to become independent and lead to war. Learn about patriots including Sam & John Adams, Paul Revere, John Hancock, Benjamin Franklin, Ethan Allen, Lafayette and others who helped to frame this new nation.

This eight night tour will be by deluxe motorcoach originating in Cincinnati. We will have comfortable accommodations and dine at very unique restaurants. Local guides will provide great information at the places we will visit. We look forward to having you join us on this exciting historical adventure!

ITINERARY Included Meals: B-Breakfast L-Lunch D-Dinner

Monday, June 8 Cincinnati-Farmington, PA (L-D) Depart this morning by deluxe motorcoach for Pittsburgh, PA. Snacks and beverages will be provided. En route, we visit Ft. Necessity, a key site relating to George Washington & Braddock’s defeat. After visiting the fort, we will be in for a special treat as we are staying at the fabulous Nemacolin Woodlands Resort for the night. Dinner is in the “Tavern”.

Tuesday, June 9 Farmington, PA-Valley Forge, PA (B-D) We travel to Valley Forge, PA this morning. The Valley Forge National Historical Park is the site of the 1777-78 winter

Tour Highlights • Ft. Necessity

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

Valley Forge Military Encampment and National Park

Trenton Battlefield

Independence Hall

Betsy Ross House

Dinner at City Tavern

Lexington & Concord Battlefields

Boston city sights including Bunker Hill, Boston Massacre site, Freedom Trail, Boston Tea Party site, Boston Commons, Quincy Market, Harvard University and more

Saratoga Battlefield

Ft. Ticonderoga

Hershey Museum Shop

Local expert guides

Insight & information by Dr. Christopher Phillips, U. C. History Department

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Trip Inclusions

Round-trip deluxe motorcoach transportation • Eight nights accommodations—one night

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, two nights King of Prussia, two nights Lexington, two nights Saratoga Springs, one night Hershey

• Sightseeing and admissions as mentioned in itinerary

• Seventeen meals: Eight breakfasts, one lunch, eight dinners

Hosted by Dr. Christopher Phillips, University of Cincinnati History Department

“First Salute” a narrative revolutionary war book by Barbara Tuchman

Refreshments and snacks served on motorcoach

Provident Travel escort

Cost Per Person Double Occupancy $2,295 Single Occupancy $2,875

A deposit of $250 per person is due with your reservation. The balance is due April 30, 2015.

Cancellation Deposit-3/5/15 $100 per person 3/6/15-4/29/15 $250 per person 4/30/15-departure 100% of package price

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encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. Here the Continental Army under Washington’s leadership emerged as a cohesive and disci-plined fighting force with the help of Prussian General Baron Von Steuben. Enjoy a guided tour of the Encampment. Overnight for the next two nights at the Hyatt Place-King of Prussia. Dinner is at the “Fox & Hound Pub & Grill”.

Wednesday, June 10 Valley Forge-Trenton, NJ, Philadelphia (B-D) We travel to nearby Trenton, NJ with our guide, where George Washington crossed the Delaware River with his troops on the night of December 25-26, 1776 and captured nearly 1,000 surprised Hessians at the Battle of Trenton which was a major victory. We continue to Philadelphia and visit Independence Hall and the Betsy Ross House. Dinner this evening is in the historic district at the “City Tavern”. Waiters will serve you in colonial period attire.

Thursday, June 11. Valley Forge-Lexington, MA (B-D) Depart for Lexington, MA. On our arrival we will join renowned guide Masha Traber who will take us to the important sites in Lexington/Concord where on April 19, 1775, fighting broke out between the militia (Minutemen) and the British, the war had begun! We will visit the battle sites both in Lexington and Concord, Old North Bridge and other places of interest important to the history of the American Revolutionary War. Overnight for the next two nights in Lexington. Dinner is at “Artistry on the Green Restaurant” located in the historical Inn at Hastings Park.

Friday, June 12 (B-D) Today’s guided visit will be in Boston to see Bunker Hill, the Boston Tea Party site, Old North Church, Freedom Trail, Quincy Market, Boston Commons, Harvard University and more. Dinner is at the famous “Legal Sea Foods Restaurant”.

Saturday, June 13 Lexington-Saratoga Springs, NY (B-D) In Saratoga we will visit the battlefield where in 1777 two battles took place, the first a British victory and the second an American victory. This was the turning point of the war and the victory encouraged France to make an open alliance with the Americans. For the British, the war became more complicated. Overnight the next two nights at the Hilton Garden Inn-Saratoga Springs. Dinner tonight is at the historic “Mouzon House Restaurant”.

Sunday, June 14 Saratoga Springs–Fort Ticonderoga (B-D) We continue with our guide Jim Hughto. On May 10th, 1775 the Battle of Ft. Ticonderoga took place. The Fort was captured from the British by militia volunteers commanded by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold. This was a strategically important point on Lake Champlain between New York and the province of Quebec. The victory was a prelude to the attempted invasion of Quebec which ended in defeat for the Americans both militarily and in public opinion with the Loyalists who supported Britain. Dinner tonight is at “Jacob & Anthony’s American Grill”.

Monday, June 15 Saratoga Springs-Hershey, PA (B-D) We drive southwest to Hershey, PA. On our arrival we will visit the Hershey Chocolate Museum. Dinner is at “The Mill Restaurant”. Overnight at the Days Inn Hershey. See how Milton Hershey revolutionized the making of chocolate candy and created a town. A sweet way to end our trip!

Tuesday, June 16 Hershey, PA -Cincinnati (B) Approximate arrival 7 PM.