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Saving Historic Moorestown: 1 Mile Hessian Retreat Fun Run

🏃‍♂️ Run Like a Hessian: The 1-Mile Historic Fun Run! 🏃‍♀️

Step back in time and race through history! Join us on September 27th for a one-of-a-kind 1-mile fun run inspired by the Hessian retreat from Moorestown during the Revolutionary War.

🔹 What’s the story?
In 1776, Hessian soldiers—hired by the British—were forced into a hasty retreat through Moorestown. Now, it’s your turn to relive the run (minus the muskets and mayhem)!

🔹 Why join the race?
✅ A quick, fun, and family-friendly way to experience history in motion!
✅ Run (or walk) through the same streets where history unfolded.
✅ Costumes encouraged—channel your inner Revolutionary soldier or Hessian!
✅ Support historic preservation while getting some fresh air!

📅 When: September 27th, 9am
📍 Where: Perkins Center
🎟 Registration: Moorestown Friend’s School

Lace up your shoes, bring your revolutionary spirit, and outrun history! Don’t miss this chance to be part of Moorestown’s past and present!

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