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The Valley Forge Report
A Demographic Survey of the Continental Army
Valley Forge: Making and Remaking a National Symbol
Contents
Preface
Chapter One: The First Hundred years at Valley Forge
Chapter Two: The Centennial and Memorial Association of Valley Forge
Chapter Three: A Rocky Beginning for the Valley Forge Park Commission
Chapter Four: The Park Commission Triumphs
Chapter Five: The Churches at Valley Forge
Chapter Six: Historical Accuracy vs Good Taste
Chapter Seven: The "Complete Restoration" of Valley Forge
Chapter Eight: New Uses for an Old Story
Chapter Nine: The Siege of Valley Forge
Chapter Ten: A Struggle for Growth and Professionalism
Chapter Eleven: New Interpretations at Valley Forge
Epilogue: Valley Forge - Past, Present, Future
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Valley Forge has 1.3 million visitors a year who enjoy the beauty, history, and trails and recreational resources of the Park. One third are regional repeat users.

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Last Updated: August 21, 2006 at 10:07 EST