LAFAYETTE’S TOUR

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LAFAYETTE'S TOUR
ON JUNE 9, 1825, GENERAL
LAFAYETTE WAS WELCOMED AT
WILLISTON'S MANSION HOUSE
WHERE HE BREAKFASTED AND WAS
ADDRESSED BY JUDGE FORMAN.
NY DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
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When America declared its independence on July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies were pulled into a conflict with one of the world’s most formidable powers, Great Britain. The colonies’ actions against Great Britain inspired a young French aristocrat and military officer, Marquis de Lafayette, to depart his native France to fight in the American Revolution. Lafayette served as a commander with the Continental Army throughout the war and helped secure French support for the American cause. This support played an integral part in securing American victory during the war.

Celebrated as a hero in the U.S. and France, Lafayette eventually returned to his home country. In 1824 Marquis de Lafayette was invited to visit the United States for the first time in 41 years. As an American hero and one of the only surviving commanders from the Revolution, Lafayette’s visit to the U.S. was highly anticipated and met with a great deal of enthusiasm and excitement. Lafayette’s Tour extended from 1824 to 1825. During this time he visited Washington D.C., as well as major cities and small communities across 24 states.

On June 9, 1825 General Lafayette was welcomed at Williston’s mansion house where he ate breakfast and was addressed by Judge Forman.

Lafayette Trail historical marker, Syracuse, New York.