Our Patriots

A Patriot is someone who demonstrated unwavering loyalty and provided acceptable service to the cause of American Independence, generally between April 19, 1775, and November 26, 1783. Patriots filled a wide variety of roles beyond just serving in the military. They were individuals who defended forts, were held as prisoners of war, signed foundational documents like the Declaration of Independence, or served in the Continental Congress. A Patriot could be someone who provided civil service, participated in historic acts of resistance like the Boston Tea Party, rendered medical aid, or offered material support by supplying goods or lending money to the Colonies.

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