Daniel Radel, journalist

During the Gilded Age, Long Branch became the summer retreat of U.S. presidents. Beginning with Ulysses S. Grant, seven presidents visited or stayed in the area, including James Garfield, who died here. Explore how this coastal town became the “summer capital” and uncover the stories, personalities, and cultural significance behind these visits and their connection to national history.

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