This is an incredibly detailed account of the soldiers and sailors who fought in the Revolutionary War from Massachusetts. Drawing on primary sources from the archives, this book provides readers with a comprehensive look at the men who fought for freedom from British rule. The author delves into individual stories, including those of soldiers who were killed in battle, those who were captured, and those who lived to receive honors for their service. This book is a must-read for history buffs and anyone interested in the American Revolution. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the role of Massachusetts in the Revolutionary War. Compiled from the archives of the state, this book provides detailed information about the soldiers and sailors who fought in the war, including their names, units, and dates of service. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A comprehensive reference guide to the soldiers and sailors who fought for Massachusetts in the Revolutionary War, based on the original records and documents of the state archives. This book contains detailed information on over 140,000 individuals, including their names, ranks, units, service records, and biographical data. It is an invaluable resource for genealogists, historians, and anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1906 edition. Excerpt: ... days billeting allowance; amount of billeting for company paid on a warrant from Maj. Gen. Schuyler and receipted for by Capt. Stewart at Albany Jan. 27, 1776. Smith, Nathan. 2d Lieutenant, 9th (4th Sudbury) co., Col. Ezekiel How's (4th Middlesex Co.) regt. of Mass. militia; list of officers chosen by the several companies of militia in Sudbury, dated July 4, 1776; ordered in Council July 5,1776, that said officers be commissioned; reported commissioned July 5,1776. Smith, Nathan. Captain of a company stationed at Martha's Vineyard for defence of seacoast; engaged Oct. 3, 1775; service to Dec. 1, 1775, 2 mos. 3 days; also, Captain, 1st co.; list of seacoast officers; commissioned Jan. 6,1776; company Smith, Nathan, continued. stationed at Elizabeth Islands and Martha's Vineyard; also, Captain of a company stationed at Martha's Vineyard for defence of seacoast; engaged Jan. 15, 1776; service to Nov. 21, 1776, 10 mos. 7 days. Smith, Nathan. Sergeant, Capt. Noah Allen's (late Capt. Moses Soul's) co., Col. Asa Whitcomb's regt.; muster roll dated Camp at Ticonderoga, Nov. 27,1776; engaged Nov. 25, 1775. Smith, Nathan. Muster roll of Capt. Asahel Wheeler's co., which marched from Sudbury and joined Col. Joseph Read's regt. at Roxbury year not given, probably 1775-6. Smith, Nathan. Private, Capt. Abel Mason's co., Col. Jonathan Holman's regt.; enlisted Dec. 25, 1776; discharged Jan. 20, 1777; service, 29 days, at Providence, R. I., including 3 days (52 miles) travel home. Smith, Nathan. Private, Capt. John Howard's co., Col. Samuel Brewer's regt.; pay abstract for travel allowance, etc., from Saratoga home; 188 miles travel allowed said Smith; warrant allowed in Council March 12, 1777. Smith, Nathan. Private, Capt. Elijah Deming's co., Col....