An illustration of the Battle of Eutaw Springs by Dale Watson
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The Liberty Trail AR

Discover Revolutionary War Battle Sites in Augmented Reality! From the coastal defenses of Charleston to the fields of Eutaw Springs, experience the fight for independence along the Liberty Trail like never before.

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Step into the heart of the American Revolution with The Liberty Trail AR app, which brings three of South Carolina’s most significant battlefields to life. Through immersive augmented reality, you’ll explore pivotal locations from the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution—unlocking the stories of British and Patriot forces and witnessing history in vivid detail at full scale.

Explore These Historic Sites

  • Eutaw Springs: Walk through the British camp and enter the historic brick house that bore witness to a fierce battle.
  • Fort Fair Lawn: Uncover the role of this British fort within a critical defensive network.
  • Marion Square: Step into the formidable Horn Work, rising 30-feet high and stretching three blocks long, that was a tabby stone fortification used to defend the city.

Get a front-row seat to Revolutionary-era military tactics and see the daily life of soldiers from both sides of the conflict. From bustling camps to critical sieges, The Liberty Trail AR app offers a unique, on-the-ground perspective of the Southern Campaign.

iPhone screenshots of The Liberty Trail AR Experience app

APP FEATURES

  • Explore authentic 3D reconstructions of British forts, camps, and battlefield sites to uncover Revolutionary War history in exceptional detail.
  • Watch dynamic military animations, including historical maneuvers and siege tactics, as they unfold showing the strategies and stakes of the Southern Campaign.
  • Use the app on location for full-scale AR immersion or experience these scenes at home, or in the classroom to connect with South Carolina’s Revolutionary War heritage.

USING THE APP

Whether you’re on-site or exploring from home, augmented reality places these historic sites right in front of you. Choose a scene and let your surroundings transform as you interact with realistic 3D models, experiencing each location’s significance as if you were there. Witness the battlefield’s tension, explore detailed structures, and gain insights into revolutionary warfare tactics.

Download The Liberty Trail AR app and bring history to life like never before!

Exploring History

We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.
Battlefield
Camden, SC

Patriot Leader Nathanael Greene Is repulsed but not defeated in his campaign to chase the British from the South Carolina backcountry

Historic Site | Historic House
Lexington, MA

The sound of liberty rang from this bell in the early morning of April 19, 1775, to call forth the Lexington militia. Today, a reconstructed belfry stands as a reminder of the militia's bravery and determination at the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

Historic Site | Historic House
Lexington , MA

Waiting on British troops to arrive on the morning of April 19, militia members used this tavern to wait for their arrival before assembling on the field of battle and sparking the American Revolution

Battlefield | Fort/Outpost
National Park, NJ

Also known as the Battle of Fort Mercer, Hessian forces under Colonel Von Donop unsuccessfully stormed this fort on the 22 of October, 1777. Halted by combined arms of infantry and ships on the Delaware River, the Hessians suffered significant losses.

Battlefield | State/County Park
Trenton, NJ

Also known as the Battle of Assunpink Creek, Washington thwarted Cornwallis yet again, just south of the town of Trenton where they had fought only days prior.

State/County Park
Camden, SC

Not far from Camden Battlefield, Goodale State Park is lined with cypress trees, a spring-fed lake that offers boating, fishing, and hiking opportunities.

Battlefield
Montross, VA

Stratford Hall, the birthplace of Robert E. Lee, was home to four generations of the Lee family including his Revolutionary War hero father, Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee

Historic Site | Historic House
Union, NJ

Liberty Hall was home to trailblazing governors, congressmen, senators, assembly persons, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs. Inhabited by William Livingston, New Jersey’s first elected governor and a signer of the United States Constitution, the 14-room Georgian-style home evolved over time into a 50-room Victorian mansion.

Battlefield |
Chelsea, MA

The second engagement of the Boston Campaign, the Battle of Chelsea Creek marked a stunning defeat for the British as their resources began to dwindle in Boston.

National Park | Historic Site
Gaffney, SC
Stretching 330-miles through four states (Virginia, Tennessee, North and South Carolina) the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail traces the route used by Patriot militia during the pivotal...
Battlefield |
Virgnia Beach, VA

The Battle of the Capes occurred around the mouth of Chesapeake Bay in 1781. The naval battle occurred between the French and the British navies. Even though the battle lasted two hours, it played a significant role in the Siege of Yorktown's success, ultimately leading to the United States' independence.

Historic Site | State/County Park
Boston, MA

Once the training ground for British troops in Boston, it was from here that Regulars marched toward Lexington & Concord, sparking the American Revolution.