Revolutionary War Soldier

At a celebration in Syracuse, July 5, 1824, thirty Revolutionary soldiers were present, walking in the procession. The Syracuse Gazette said: "It was a truly interesting sight to see among our fellow citizens who participated in the festivities of this day, about thirty of the remnant of that gallant band of patriots who fought in the Revolution. These spared monuments of our country's boast honored the company with their presence throughout the day, giving a zest to the festivities rarely to be found in common celebrations of this national anniversary." The veterans thus expressed their pleasure:- To Col. Amos P. Granger, ancl th1·ough him to the Committee of Arrangements: At the request of those soldiers of the revolution present at this day's celebration, the undersigned take this occasion to express their gratitude for the polite and generous attention shown them on this interesting occasion. To us who are now tottering on the down hill of life, whose now feeble limbs were once strong in our country's cause, who went forth to perish or gain that liberty we this day enjoy; the satisfaction of a cheerful welcome, responded by our children and our children's children, cannot fail to reach our hearts and inspire us with respectful gratitude. In you we witness that republican spirit which actuated us in times past, and sustained us in the dreadful conflict, and now holds the world in awe. In the height of your prosperity you were not unmindful of us, a small remnant of the army of the revolution, but conferred on us the honor of leading you to the festive board, under the banners of our hard earned independence. Gentlemen, accept our thanks, and may the God of mercy lengthen your days, strengthen your hands and unite your hearts, in patriotic devotion to the honor and welfare of our beloved country. JOHN YOUNG, BENJAMIN DARLING, GAD MILLER, ASA PARK, HENRY BOGARDUS, PETER BOGARDUS, Committee in behalf of the '76 men. Syracuse, July 5, 1824.

This proved a farew-ell address, for they marched no more but rode in carriages.

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