Birth of Mary Ludwig (later Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley), traditionally identified as the woman behind the "Molly Pitcher" legend, near Trenton, New Jersey.
On October 13, 1754, Mary Ludwig, later known as Mary Hays McCauley, was born in the vicinity of Trenton, New Jersey. Her birth laid the foundation for her future association with the "Molly Pitcher" legend, a symbol of female bravery and contribution during the American Revolution. The lack of precise records regarding her early life leaves much to the imagination, allowing her legend to grow and capture the public's admiration for the role women played in shaping American history.