Adoniram Parrot, my 4th generation great grandfather, was born in West Hanover, now known as Morristown, New Jersey in 1758. He married Sarah Carrol and they had four daughters and two sons, among them:
Son William never married.
Son Joseph, my 3rd generation great grandfather, was an Oregon pioneer. He was the husband of Sarah Washburn. And, later, Nancy Kindred.
Daughter Betsey married John Mallory, who owned and operated an oil mill on the Saranac River in Plattsburgh.
Daughter Susan married David Benton Broadwell. Broadwell was prominent in business and political circles. They built the elaborate sandstone house in nearby Schuyler Falls, which stands to this day.
Daughter Phoebe married Lemuel Storrs, who was a farmer.
Mr. and Mrs. Adoniram Parrot emigrated to northern NY, along with other families, during the winter of 1803-1804 via ox-sled. Adoniram Parrot owned and operated a farm on the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh. He purchased the farm from Thomas Treadwell, who had been a member of the Continental Congress.
Parrot also participated in the War of 1812. He was a member of Col. Tom Miller's regiment, among other activities. According to a published interview with one of his grandsons, Parrot loved to hear the song, "The Noble Lads of Canada," a War of 1812 song that poked fun at the British. Adoniram Parrot died in 1842 at the age of 84.
Battles in which Adoniram Parrit (Parrot) b. 1758 d. 1842 acted and his locations during the Revolutionary War, 1776-1783 follow. The veteran is buried at the Hunter lot at the Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York.
Parrot's ENLISTMENT occurred on February 24, 1776. He signed up under Captain Peter Dickinson. His pay as a private was $6 2/3 dollars per month. He was at Fort Tyconderoga, New York through November 23, 1776. Moving on from there, he was then at Mount Independence (Vermont) for garrison duty through February 24, 1777.
He was at the Battle of the Brandywine -British General Howe brought his troops to the Chesapeake Bay during August of 1777. This megaforce wasn't all that far from Philadelphia, the capital of the Colonies. The British had about 15,000 troops. The Americans had about 11,000. Adoniram was one of these troops. Washington chose a place between Chester, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia–on the banks of the Brandywine Creek for positioning. The confrontation between the armies occurred in September. Casualties amounted to about 1,000 for the Americans, about 600 for the British. The Americans' loss at Brandywine enabled entrance for the British into Philadelphia. The British would occupy Philadelphia–a big, important city of 40,000. At Brandywine, Parrot was under the command of Captain Peter Dickinson. This group was known as the Jersey Greys. Shortly afterward Dickenson resigned and Parrot was then under the command of Captain Jeremiah Ballard. Col. Elias Dayton was in charge of the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. This regiment contained the Ballard and Dickinson companies. The Third Regiment and Second Regiments consolidated and were known as the "Jersey Blues." Their name emerging from the blue uniform with red facing that some wore.
After Brandywine, Parrot participated in the Battle of Germantown. Germantown was a small town. Under the direction of Gen. George Washington, a decision was made to approach the town at night. Generals Wayne and Sullivan were also present for the battle. Germantown is now a part of Philadelphia. The casualties on the British side amounted to over 500 killed and wounded. The Americans had over 1,000 killed, wounded, or captured. Although it was considered a British victory–it was a PR victory for the Americans–the Americans' showing great resilience in the confrontation. Wayne and Sullivan's pounding of the British almost resulted in their withdrawal from the confrontation. About 9,000, British and American, were in this battle. The Battle of Germantown began in the early morning hours of October 4, 1777.
On October 22, 1777, the Battle of Monmouth was staged. Parrot was fighting in his home state of New Jersey...not too far from the Atlantic Ocean at Red Bank, New Jersey. Hessians were scraping against a Rhode Island regiment, led by Colonel Christopher Greene—this regiment was defending Fort Mercer at Red Bank, right on the New Jersey shore. The British and Hessians had experienced loss at the Battles of Saratoga. Parrot must have been adept at preparing a campsite and also pulling up stakes expediently when needed in light of his success during the Revolutionary War.
After surviving the Battles of Saratoga–the British were vulnerable. Monmouth would also dictate who was strong and who wasn't.
Adoniram Parrot was at Valley Forge as a part of Gen. George Washington's winter encampment. Parrot was there until June of 1778. During his stay at Valley Forge, Parrot made shoes, among other activities. He was sick for a period during the encampment.
Parrot went to western New York on the Indian campaign led by Gen. John Sullivan.
Parrot, as part of Col. Elias Dayton's 2nd New Jersey Regiment was at the Battle of Little York in October 1781, later known as the Battle of Yorktown. He was there for the surrender of Lord Cornwallis, the battle that brought about the end of the Revolutionary War.
Parrot was discharged near Newburgh, New York in 1783, having served 7 years and 8 months in the Revolutionary War, an extraordinary accomplishment.
Parrot became corporal on February 1st, 1780. As a matter of historical record, my 4th generation great grandfather was at the following locations, and in the following battles and engagements with the Continental Army:
Encampments at the following locations:
Fort Tyconderoga, New York
Mount Independence, Vermont
Easttown, Pennsylvania
Wyoming, New York
Near Morristown, New Jersey
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Mount Holly, New Jersey
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Battles and Engagements:
Westfield
Short Hills
Brandywine
Monmouth
Germantown
Whitemarsh
Staten Island (engagement)
Springfield
Yorktown
His duties included:
Fighting
Guarding
Driving Artillery
Making Shoes at Valley Forge and Elizabethtown
Commanders he worked under:
Gen. George Washington
Gen. Anthony Wayne
Col. Elias Dayton
Jeremiah Ballard
Gen. John Sullivan
Lt. Col. John Cumming
He participated in many key battles of the war: serving for seven years & eight months.
References:
Broadwell Family History
Rev War Histories
Adoniram Parrot Pension Records
Rev War and War of 1812 Muster Rolls: National Archives
DAR and SAR Records
History of Clinton County 1800-1840 (Mallory interview)
Speeches at Parrot Gravemarking, Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York, April 21st, 2007
Arnold E. Fallon, Jr.
December 12, 2008
Son William never married.
Son Joseph, my 3rd generation great grandfather, was an Oregon pioneer. He was the husband of Sarah Washburn. And, later, Nancy Kindred.
Daughter Betsey married John Mallory, who owned and operated an oil mill on the Saranac River in Plattsburgh.
Daughter Susan married David Benton Broadwell. Broadwell was prominent in business and political circles. They built the elaborate sandstone house in nearby Schuyler Falls, which stands to this day.
Daughter Phoebe married Lemuel Storrs, who was a farmer.
Mr. and Mrs. Adoniram Parrot emigrated to northern NY, along with other families, during the winter of 1803-1804 via ox-sled. Adoniram Parrot owned and operated a farm on the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh. He purchased the farm from Thomas Treadwell, who had been a member of the Continental Congress.
Parrot also participated in the War of 1812. He was a member of Col. Tom Miller's regiment, among other activities. According to a published interview with one of his grandsons, Parrot loved to hear the song, "The Noble Lads of Canada," a War of 1812 song that poked fun at the British. Adoniram Parrot died in 1842 at the age of 84.
Battles in which Adoniram Parrit (Parrot) b. 1758 d. 1842 acted and his locations during the Revolutionary War, 1776-1783 follow. The veteran is buried at the Hunter lot at the Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York.
Parrot's ENLISTMENT occurred on February 24, 1776. He signed up under Captain Peter Dickinson. His pay as a private was $6 2/3 dollars per month. He was at Fort Tyconderoga, New York through November 23, 1776. Moving on from there, he was then at Mount Independence (Vermont) for garrison duty through February 24, 1777.
He was at the Battle of the Brandywine -British General Howe brought his troops to the Chesapeake Bay during August of 1777. This megaforce wasn't all that far from Philadelphia, the capital of the Colonies. The British had about 15,000 troops. The Americans had about 11,000. Adoniram was one of these troops. Washington chose a place between Chester, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia–on the banks of the Brandywine Creek for positioning. The confrontation between the armies occurred in September. Casualties amounted to about 1,000 for the Americans, about 600 for the British. The Americans' loss at Brandywine enabled entrance for the British into Philadelphia. The British would occupy Philadelphia–a big, important city of 40,000. At Brandywine, Parrot was under the command of Captain Peter Dickinson. This group was known as the Jersey Greys. Shortly afterward Dickenson resigned and Parrot was then under the command of Captain Jeremiah Ballard. Col. Elias Dayton was in charge of the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. This regiment contained the Ballard and Dickinson companies. The Third Regiment and Second Regiments consolidated and were known as the "Jersey Blues." Their name emerging from the blue uniform with red facing that some wore.
After Brandywine, Parrot participated in the Battle of Germantown. Germantown was a small town. Under the direction of Gen. George Washington, a decision was made to approach the town at night. Generals Wayne and Sullivan were also present for the battle. Germantown is now a part of Philadelphia. The casualties on the British side amounted to over 500 killed and wounded. The Americans had over 1,000 killed, wounded, or captured. Although it was considered a British victory–it was a PR victory for the Americans–the Americans' showing great resilience in the confrontation. Wayne and Sullivan's pounding of the British almost resulted in their withdrawal from the confrontation. About 9,000, British and American, were in this battle. The Battle of Germantown began in the early morning hours of October 4, 1777.
On October 22, 1777, the Battle of Monmouth was staged. Parrot was fighting in his home state of New Jersey...not too far from the Atlantic Ocean at Red Bank, New Jersey. Hessians were scraping against a Rhode Island regiment, led by Colonel Christopher Greene—this regiment was defending Fort Mercer at Red Bank, right on the New Jersey shore. The British and Hessians had experienced loss at the Battles of Saratoga. Parrot must have been adept at preparing a campsite and also pulling up stakes expediently when needed in light of his success during the Revolutionary War.
After surviving the Battles of Saratoga–the British were vulnerable. Monmouth would also dictate who was strong and who wasn't.
Adoniram Parrot was at Valley Forge as a part of Gen. George Washington's winter encampment. Parrot was there until June of 1778. During his stay at Valley Forge, Parrot made shoes, among other activities. He was sick for a period during the encampment.
Parrot went to western New York on the Indian campaign led by Gen. John Sullivan.
Parrot, as part of Col. Elias Dayton's 2nd New Jersey Regiment was at the Battle of Little York in October 1781, later known as the Battle of Yorktown. He was there for the surrender of Lord Cornwallis, the battle that brought about the end of the Revolutionary War.
Parrot was discharged near Newburgh, New York in 1783, having served 7 years and 8 months in the Revolutionary War, an extraordinary accomplishment.
Parrot became corporal on February 1st, 1780. As a matter of historical record, my 4th generation great grandfather was at the following locations, and in the following battles and engagements with the Continental Army:
Encampments at the following locations:
Fort Tyconderoga, New York
Mount Independence, Vermont
Easttown, Pennsylvania
Wyoming, New York
Near Morristown, New Jersey
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Mount Holly, New Jersey
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Battles and Engagements:
Westfield
Short Hills
Brandywine
Monmouth
Germantown
Whitemarsh
Staten Island (engagement)
Springfield
Yorktown
His duties included:
Fighting
Guarding
Driving Artillery
Making Shoes at Valley Forge and Elizabethtown
Commanders he worked under:
Gen. George Washington
Gen. Anthony Wayne
Col. Elias Dayton
Jeremiah Ballard
Gen. John Sullivan
Lt. Col. John Cumming
He participated in many key battles of the war: serving for seven years & eight months.
References:
Broadwell Family History
Rev War Histories
Adoniram Parrot Pension Records
Rev War and War of 1812 Muster Rolls: National Archives
DAR and SAR Records
History of Clinton County 1800-1840 (Mallory interview)
Speeches at Parrot Gravemarking, Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York, April 21st, 2007
Arnold E. Fallon, Jr.
December 12, 2008
Adoniram Parrot, my 4th generation great grandfather, was born in West Hanover, now known as Morristown, New Jersey in 1758. He married Sarah Carrol and they had four daughters and two sons, among them:
Son William never married.
Son Joseph, my 3rd generation great grandfather, was an Oregon pioneer. He was the husband of Sarah Washburn. And, later, Nancy Kindred.
Daughter Betsey married John Mallory, who owned and operated an oil mill on the Saranac River in Plattsburgh.
Daughter Susan married David Benton Broadwell. Broadwell was prominent in business and political circles. They built the elaborate sandstone house in nearby Schuyler Falls, which stands to this day.
Daughter Phoebe married Lemuel Storrs, who was a farmer.
Mr. and Mrs. Adoniram Parrot emigrated to northern NY, along with other families, during the winter of 1803-1804 via ox-sled. Adoniram Parrot owned and operated a farm on the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh. He purchased the farm from Thomas Treadwell, who had been a member of the Continental Congress.
Parrot also participated in the War of 1812. He was a member of Col. Tom Miller's regiment, among other activities. According to a published interview with one of his grandsons, Parrot loved to hear the song, "The Noble Lads of Canada," a War of 1812 song that poked fun at the British. Adoniram Parrot died in 1842 at the age of 84.
Battles in which Adoniram Parrit (Parrot) b. 1758 d. 1842 acted and his locations during the Revolutionary War, 1776-1783 follow. The veteran is buried at the Hunter lot at the Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York.
Parrot's ENLISTMENT occurred on February 24, 1776. He signed up under Captain Peter Dickinson. His pay as a private was $6 2/3 dollars per month. He was at Fort Tyconderoga, New York through November 23, 1776. Moving on from there, he was then at Mount Independence (Vermont) for garrison duty through February 24, 1777.
He was at the Battle of the Brandywine -British General Howe brought his troops to the Chesapeake Bay during August of 1777. This megaforce wasn't all that far from Philadelphia, the capital of the Colonies. The British had about 15,000 troops. The Americans had about 11,000. Adoniram was one of these troops. Washington chose a place between Chester, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia–on the banks of the Brandywine Creek for positioning. The confrontation between the armies occurred in September. Casualties amounted to about 1,000 for the Americans, about 600 for the British. The Americans' loss at Brandywine enabled entrance for the British into Philadelphia. The British would occupy Philadelphia–a big, important city of 40,000. At Brandywine, Parrot was under the command of Captain Peter Dickinson. This group was known as the Jersey Greys. Shortly afterward Dickenson resigned and Parrot was then under the command of Captain Jeremiah Ballard. Col. Elias Dayton was in charge of the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. This regiment contained the Ballard and Dickinson companies. The Third Regiment and Second Regiments consolidated and were known as the "Jersey Blues." Their name emerging from the blue uniform with red facing that some wore.
After Brandywine, Parrot participated in the Battle of Germantown. Germantown was a small town. Under the direction of Gen. George Washington, a decision was made to approach the town at night. Generals Wayne and Sullivan were also present for the battle. Germantown is now a part of Philadelphia. The casualties on the British side amounted to over 500 killed and wounded. The Americans had over 1,000 killed, wounded, or captured. Although it was considered a British victory–it was a PR victory for the Americans–the Americans' showing great resilience in the confrontation. Wayne and Sullivan's pounding of the British almost resulted in their withdrawal from the confrontation. About 9,000, British and American, were in this battle. The Battle of Germantown began in the early morning hours of October 4, 1777.
On October 22, 1777, the Battle of Monmouth was staged. Parrot was fighting in his home state of New Jersey...not too far from the Atlantic Ocean at Red Bank, New Jersey. Hessians were scraping against a Rhode Island regiment, led by Colonel Christopher Greene—this regiment was defending Fort Mercer at Red Bank, right on the New Jersey shore. The British and Hessians had experienced loss at the Battles of Saratoga. Parrot must have been adept at preparing a campsite and also pulling up stakes expediently when needed in light of his success during the Revolutionary War.
After surviving the Battles of Saratoga–the British were vulnerable. Monmouth would also dictate who was strong and who wasn't.
Adoniram Parrot was at Valley Forge as a part of Gen. George Washington's winter encampment. Parrot was there until June of 1778. During his stay at Valley Forge, Parrot made shoes, among other activities. He was sick for a period during the encampment.
Parrot went to western New York on the Indian campaign led by Gen. John Sullivan.
Parrot, as part of Col. Elias Dayton's 2nd New Jersey Regiment was at the Battle of Little York in October 1781, later known as the Battle of Yorktown. He was there for the surrender of Lord Cornwallis, the battle that brought about the end of the Revolutionary War.
Parrot was discharged near Newburgh, New York in 1783, having served 7 years and 8 months in the Revolutionary War, an extraordinary accomplishment.
Parrot became corporal on February 1st, 1780. As a matter of historical record, my 4th generation great grandfather was at the following locations, and in the following battles and engagements with the Continental Army:
Encampments at the following locations:
Fort Tyconderoga, New York
Mount Independence, Vermont
Easttown, Pennsylvania
Wyoming, New York
Near Morristown, New Jersey
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Mount Holly, New Jersey
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Battles and Engagements:
Westfield
Short Hills
Brandywine
Monmouth
Germantown
Whitemarsh
Staten Island (engagement)
Springfield
Yorktown
His duties included:
Fighting
Guarding
Driving Artillery
Making Shoes at Valley Forge and Elizabethtown
Commanders he worked under:
Gen. George Washington
Gen. Anthony Wayne
Col. Elias Dayton
Jeremiah Ballard
Gen. John Sullivan
Lt. Col. John Cumming
He participated in many key battles of the war: serving for seven years & eight months.
References:
Broadwell Family History
Rev War Histories
Adoniram Parrot Pension Records
Rev War and War of 1812 Muster Rolls: National Archives
DAR and SAR Records
History of Clinton County 1800-1840 (Mallory interview)
Speeches at Parrot Gravemarking, Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York, April 21st, 2007
Arnold E. Fallon, Jr.
December 12, 2008
Son William never married.
Son Joseph, my 3rd generation great grandfather, was an Oregon pioneer. He was the husband of Sarah Washburn. And, later, Nancy Kindred.
Daughter Betsey married John Mallory, who owned and operated an oil mill on the Saranac River in Plattsburgh.
Daughter Susan married David Benton Broadwell. Broadwell was prominent in business and political circles. They built the elaborate sandstone house in nearby Schuyler Falls, which stands to this day.
Daughter Phoebe married Lemuel Storrs, who was a farmer.
Mr. and Mrs. Adoniram Parrot emigrated to northern NY, along with other families, during the winter of 1803-1804 via ox-sled. Adoniram Parrot owned and operated a farm on the Military Turnpike, Plattsburgh. He purchased the farm from Thomas Treadwell, who had been a member of the Continental Congress.
Parrot also participated in the War of 1812. He was a member of Col. Tom Miller's regiment, among other activities. According to a published interview with one of his grandsons, Parrot loved to hear the song, "The Noble Lads of Canada," a War of 1812 song that poked fun at the British. Adoniram Parrot died in 1842 at the age of 84.
Battles in which Adoniram Parrit (Parrot) b. 1758 d. 1842 acted and his locations during the Revolutionary War, 1776-1783 follow. The veteran is buried at the Hunter lot at the Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York.
Parrot's ENLISTMENT occurred on February 24, 1776. He signed up under Captain Peter Dickinson. His pay as a private was $6 2/3 dollars per month. He was at Fort Tyconderoga, New York through November 23, 1776. Moving on from there, he was then at Mount Independence (Vermont) for garrison duty through February 24, 1777.
He was at the Battle of the Brandywine -British General Howe brought his troops to the Chesapeake Bay during August of 1777. This megaforce wasn't all that far from Philadelphia, the capital of the Colonies. The British had about 15,000 troops. The Americans had about 11,000. Adoniram was one of these troops. Washington chose a place between Chester, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia–on the banks of the Brandywine Creek for positioning. The confrontation between the armies occurred in September. Casualties amounted to about 1,000 for the Americans, about 600 for the British. The Americans' loss at Brandywine enabled entrance for the British into Philadelphia. The British would occupy Philadelphia–a big, important city of 40,000. At Brandywine, Parrot was under the command of Captain Peter Dickinson. This group was known as the Jersey Greys. Shortly afterward Dickenson resigned and Parrot was then under the command of Captain Jeremiah Ballard. Col. Elias Dayton was in charge of the 3rd New Jersey Regiment. This regiment contained the Ballard and Dickinson companies. The Third Regiment and Second Regiments consolidated and were known as the "Jersey Blues." Their name emerging from the blue uniform with red facing that some wore.
After Brandywine, Parrot participated in the Battle of Germantown. Germantown was a small town. Under the direction of Gen. George Washington, a decision was made to approach the town at night. Generals Wayne and Sullivan were also present for the battle. Germantown is now a part of Philadelphia. The casualties on the British side amounted to over 500 killed and wounded. The Americans had over 1,000 killed, wounded, or captured. Although it was considered a British victory–it was a PR victory for the Americans–the Americans' showing great resilience in the confrontation. Wayne and Sullivan's pounding of the British almost resulted in their withdrawal from the confrontation. About 9,000, British and American, were in this battle. The Battle of Germantown began in the early morning hours of October 4, 1777.
On October 22, 1777, the Battle of Monmouth was staged. Parrot was fighting in his home state of New Jersey...not too far from the Atlantic Ocean at Red Bank, New Jersey. Hessians were scraping against a Rhode Island regiment, led by Colonel Christopher Greene—this regiment was defending Fort Mercer at Red Bank, right on the New Jersey shore. The British and Hessians had experienced loss at the Battles of Saratoga. Parrot must have been adept at preparing a campsite and also pulling up stakes expediently when needed in light of his success during the Revolutionary War.
After surviving the Battles of Saratoga–the British were vulnerable. Monmouth would also dictate who was strong and who wasn't.
Adoniram Parrot was at Valley Forge as a part of Gen. George Washington's winter encampment. Parrot was there until June of 1778. During his stay at Valley Forge, Parrot made shoes, among other activities. He was sick for a period during the encampment.
Parrot went to western New York on the Indian campaign led by Gen. John Sullivan.
Parrot, as part of Col. Elias Dayton's 2nd New Jersey Regiment was at the Battle of Little York in October 1781, later known as the Battle of Yorktown. He was there for the surrender of Lord Cornwallis, the battle that brought about the end of the Revolutionary War.
Parrot was discharged near Newburgh, New York in 1783, having served 7 years and 8 months in the Revolutionary War, an extraordinary accomplishment.
Parrot became corporal on February 1st, 1780. As a matter of historical record, my 4th generation great grandfather was at the following locations, and in the following battles and engagements with the Continental Army:
Encampments at the following locations:
Fort Tyconderoga, New York
Mount Independence, Vermont
Easttown, Pennsylvania
Wyoming, New York
Near Morristown, New Jersey
Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Mount Holly, New Jersey
Dobbs Ferry, New York
Battles and Engagements:
Westfield
Short Hills
Brandywine
Monmouth
Germantown
Whitemarsh
Staten Island (engagement)
Springfield
Yorktown
His duties included:
Fighting
Guarding
Driving Artillery
Making Shoes at Valley Forge and Elizabethtown
Commanders he worked under:
Gen. George Washington
Gen. Anthony Wayne
Col. Elias Dayton
Jeremiah Ballard
Gen. John Sullivan
Lt. Col. John Cumming
He participated in many key battles of the war: serving for seven years & eight months.
References:
Broadwell Family History
Rev War Histories
Adoniram Parrot Pension Records
Rev War and War of 1812 Muster Rolls: National Archives
DAR and SAR Records
History of Clinton County 1800-1840 (Mallory interview)
Speeches at Parrot Gravemarking, Riverside Cemetery, Plattsburgh, New York, April 21st, 2007
Arnold E. Fallon, Jr.
December 12, 2008
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