Born c.1748, John Kidney, a captain in the Essex Militia, was the leader of a daring quartet who surprised of group of redcoats partying at Bergen Heights and carried off their highest ranking officer. The other participants in the event, known as "Captain Kidney's Exploit", were the Joralemon brothers, Helmich and (Capt.) Henry, and Jacob Garland. Captain Kidney died at the age of 60 and was survived by his wife Rachel, also buried here. GRAVE PHOTOS: Nikita Barlow
Born c.1748, John Kidney, a captain in the Essex Militia, was the leader of a daring quartet who surprised of group of redcoats partying at Bergen Heights and carried off their highest ranking officer. The other participants in the event, known as "Captain Kidney's Exploit", were the Joralemon brothers, Helmich and (Capt.) Henry, and Jacob Garland. Captain Kidney died at the age of 60 and was survived by his wife Rachel, also buried here. GRAVE PHOTOS: Nikita Barlow
Inscription
Revolutionary War officer known to be interred here.
Gravesite Details
Named on D.A.R. Memorial Plaque in church vestibule & Revolutionary War Memorial in churchyard.
Family Members
Spouse
Children
Advertisement
Explore more
Sponsored by Ancestry
Advertisement
