Thank God It Was Saved

In April I reported that the Governor of New Jersey Jon Corzine (D), has slated 9 of our State Parks to close or reduce their services, as part of his State Budget cuts. Of particular concern to me was Monmouth Battlefield State Park. The park is set on the site of The Battle of Monmouth that took place during the American Revolutionary War. In the time since, I have written about how the concerned citizens of New Jersey were able to get Governor Corzine to keep his mitts off of our State Parks. My family and I have enjoyed visits to Battlefield Park 4 or 5 times since that victory. As I walk through this pristine place, I have an even greater appreciation for it, having come so close to losing it. In two weeks my family and I will be attending the annual reenactment of the Battle Of Monmouth. It is really quite a spectacle, complete with hundreds of actors, live cannons, and historical lessons. Though I am not sure of the exact number, there were thousands of people in attendance last year. If you are in New Jersey on the weekend of June 21-22, you should check it out. You will not be disappointed.

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