Washington used the big hill on the left, Goat Hill, as a natural hiding place for his boats from the Hessian troops. These hilltops also housed spies, who were prepared to set off a series of signal fires all the way to the city warning the Continental Congress of an attack. (Hillary Frank)

Philly versus Boston

Washington used the big hill on the left, Goat Hill, as a natural hiding place for his boats from the Hessian troops. These hilltops also housed spies, who were prepared to set off a series of signal fires all the way to the city warning the Continental Congress of an attack.

Credit: Hillary Frank