The Boys of Old Monmouth: A Story of Washington's Campaign in New Jersey in 1778

The narrative follows a group of young local lads and men in coastal Monmouth County during a military campaign in New Jersey, tracing their reconnaissance, risky boat trips, secret meetings, and encounters with outlaws and refugees as tensions mount. Personal loyalties, courage, and resourcefulness are tested through missions as messengers and scouts, the rescue of captives, and intimate scenes among families and soldiers. The story culminates in a vivid account of a major battle and its immediate aftermath, blending adventure, community life, and wartime hardship to show how ordinary people and youth contribute to larger events.