Mercer County, NJ

New Jersey

Spring in Princeton
Spring in Princeton
This is the location of AT&T's "Pole Farm". In the early 1900's AT&T had their scientist's search out coordinates for the optimum area to send radio wave signals for telephone usage. After extensive research they chose this spot in my area for the construction of hundreds of telephone poles erected in a diamond shape pattern. There was one pole per country and it was pointed toward that country, predominantly in Europe and the Caribbean. So, in the early 1940's, for example, when president Franklin Roosevelt wanted to discuss WW2 war strategy with Winston Churchill in London, their telephone signals would meet at this spot. There is only one pole that remains standing and it is believed to be pointed toward Tel Aviv, Israel. The beginning of the end for the "pole farm" was the launch of the first communications satellite in the early 1960's
Nassau street in Princeton. Spring 2015
Princeton campus

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Morven showing a house
Princeton
Known for Dining, Shopping and Universities
Home of one of the nation’s acclaimed Ivy-League universities, this small colonial town offers history, performing arts and numerous festivals.

Reasons to visit

  • Princeton University
  • Palmer Square
  • Princeton University Stadium
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New Jersey State House showing heritage architecture
Trenton
Known for Theme parks, Dining and Adventure
The state building and museum stand beside an impressive war memorial in the heart of this cultural hub that pays tribute to its military victories.

Reasons to visit

  • New Jersey State House
  • Grounds For Sculpture
  • New Jersey State Museum
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The Akshardham temple in Robbinsville, New Jersey, as seen on November 15, 2024. It is planned to be spread over 162 acres, making it the largest Hindu temple in the world in terms of acreage.
Robbinsville
Known for Theme parks, Friendly people and Dining
Love theme parks, adventure, and coffee? Get away to Robbinsville!
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View from the 57th floor of the observation deck in downtown Philadelphia. What a view! ❣️ #Philly #Philadelphia #Skyline
Lawrenceville
Known for Shopping, Dining and Business
Come to Lawrenceville and enjoy its food, horseback riding, and adventures.
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Hightstown
Hightstown
Known for Family-friendly, Business and Libraries
Explore Hightstown: its library, lake views, soccer, and more!
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This is the location of AT&T's "Pole Farm". In the early 1900's AT&T had their scientist's search out coordinates for the optimum area to send radio wave signals for telephone usage. After extensive research they chose this spot in my area for the construction of hundreds of telephone poles erected in a diamond shape pattern. There was one pole per country and it was pointed toward that country, predominantly in Europe and the Caribbean. So, in the early 1940's, for example, when president Franklin Roosevelt wanted to discuss WW2 war strategy with Winston Churchill in London, their telephone signals would meet at this spot. There is only one pole that remains standing and it is believed to be pointed toward Tel Aviv, Israel. The beginning of the end for the "pole farm" was the launch of the first communications satellite in the early 1960's
Pennington
Known for Forests and Flowers
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