Rev. James Caldwell
1734 - 1781
“There are times when it is righteous
to fight as well as to pray”
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Rev. James Caldwell, in whose honor
this community was named,
early espoused the country’s cause
in the War for American Independence.
Chaplain – Deputy Quartermaster – General in Washington’s Army.
Sterling Patriot – Fearless Preacher.
Martyr on Freedom’s Altar.
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Erected by the New Jersey Society.
Sons of the American Revolution,
November 24, 1924
1734 - 1781
Marker is at the intersection of Bloomfield Avenue (New Jersey Route 507) and Roseland Avenue (County Route 527), on the right when traveling east on Bloomfield Avenue.
Courtesy hmdb.org
