Cambridge in Middlesex County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Washington’s General Orders
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 14, 2009
1. Washington’s General Orders Marker
Washington’s General Orders given at Cambridge, July 4, 1775
“The Continental Congress having taken all the troops of the several Colonies, which have been raised, or which may be hereafter raised for the support and defense of the Liberties of America; into their pay and service. They are now the Troops of the United Provinces of North America; and it is hoped that all distinctions of Colonies will be laid aside; so that one and the same Spirit may animate the whole and the only contest be who shall render on this great and trying occasion the most essential service to the Great and Common Cause in which we are all engaged.”
back of marker:
General George Washington having taken command of the Army of the United Colonies at Cambridge inspects the troops near this spot on the fourth day of July 1775.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Events • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical date for this entry is July 4, 1775.
Location. 42° 22.582′ N, 71° 7.278′ W. Marker is in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in Middlesex County. Marker is on Garden Street, on the right when traveling west. Marker is located on the Cambridge Common. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Cambridge MA 02138, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. These Cannon Were Abandoned (here, next to this marker);
this page online
More about this marker. The back of the marker contains a bas relief plaque of Gen. George Washington on horseback inspecting his troops.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 14, 2009
2. Marker Reverse
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 14, 2009
3. Washington’s General Orders Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 14, 2009
4. Cambridge Markers
Several markers and monuments are located on the common at Cambridge. The Washington’s General Orders marker can be seen in the center of the photo.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,353 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 16, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
