Today more than ever, we need to remember those Patriots who helped form this country nearly 250 years ago. These Patriots lived during a time when people were ruled not governed. They rose up to create the greatest country in the world.
I started by researching my own ancestors many years ago. I then got hooked on Revolutionary War History, not just ancestry. As I research the genealogy of my own Patriots, I gained an understanding of how they participated in the formation of our country.
I now research Patriots to make sure that they are not forgotten and I research their service to make sure their actions are known to all.
It was a cold and wet day in the town of Riga, New York as volunteers came to place wreaths on veteran’s graves at Riga Cemetery. I had the honor of being asked to return to Riga and participate at the cemetery again. The mission of Wreaths Across America is to Remember the fallen, Honor … Continue reading 2021 Wreaths Across America
The 12th Massachusetts Regiment was established on January 1, 1777. Many of the soldiers of the 18th Continental Regiment reenlisted into the 12th Massachusetts at the end of 1776. This roll of Capt. Silas Burbank’s Company, Col. Brewer’s 12 Massachusetts Regiment was taken on December 15, 1777. The roll covers the period from September to … Continue reading Capt. Silas Burbank’s Co, Col. Brewer’s 12th MA Regiment, Dec. 15, 1777
I am a member of the 8th Pennsylvania Regiment, Brigade of the American Revolution. I had the opportunity to participate in the largest reenactment in 2021 at Fort Niagara, New York. Below are a few photos and videos that I received from friends that came to the event. Day 2 – Morning Battle Videos Day … Continue reading 2021 Grand Encampment of the American Revolution
I have been studying Col. Huntington’s Regiment, on account that I had an ancestor that served with them, Private Eliphalet Reynolds. In 1775, Colonel Huntingdon’s Regiment was at the Seige of Boston. They were engaged at Dorchester Heights and erected barracks there. On January 1st, 1776 Col. Huntington’s Regiment was reorganized as the 17th Continental … Continue reading Researching the 17th Continental Regiment
“A Muster Role of A Minute Company Belonging to Framingham Under the Command of Capt Simon Edgel in the County of Middlesex who marchd on the alarm on the 19th of April 1775 to Concord + Cambridge” Enjoying a morning of research before the big game tonight. Specifically, I have been researching the family of … Continue reading Capt Simon Edgell’s Minute Company
As I have gotten older, I fondly remember the year 1976. I was just a little boy, but I remember being dressed up with my cousins as a colonial boy and participating is a small hometown parade. This picture is iconic for me from that year. I am grateful that as citizens of the United … Continue reading Spirit of ’76
This past fall I decided to embark on the process of applying for membership to the Society of the Descendants of Washington’s Army at Valley Forge. About 2018, when I lived in Cincinnati, I gave a presentation about this society and others to the Cincinnati Chapter, Ohio Society, Sons of the Revolution. I always wanted … Continue reading Society of the Descendants of Washington’s Army at Valley Forge
Here we are, closing in on the end of the year. It would have been easy for me to stay at home on December 19th. It was difficult to find places nearby this year to participate in anything patriotic. Finally, I found something patriotic to do with my daughters, Wreaths Across America. I wont say … Continue reading 2020 Wreaths Across America
