Celebrate
with
Us!
Accepted submissions will be posted here.
Our Revolutionary Ancestors
Archippus Blodgett
Submitted by Heidi Bartos of Thornton
A story of danger, sacrifice,
the capture of two sons, and
the loss of another.
Tell us about your ancestor(s)!
*****
Does one of these Revolutionary Patriots
belong to you?
Click here to see a list of known Thornton Patriots and a brief description of their service.
Tell us about your ancestor(s)!
*****
Consistent with DAR requirements,
the following types of service are acceptable:
Military
Continental Army, state troops, navy, militia, or privateers.
Civil Service
Signers of the Declaration of Independence,
members of committees of safety, or state/local officials.
Patriotic Service
Rendering material aid, such as paying a supply tax, furnishing supplies, taking the oath of allegiance, or nursing.
What is acceptable service?
Coming soon!
Share your Revolutionary ancestor's experience!
Eligibility:
You are a Thornton resident with a Revolutionary ancestor who served in any capacity listed above during the war; OR
You do not live in Thornton but have a Revolutionary ancestor who served in or on behalf of Thornton.
Submission Guidelines:
All submissions must be documented with reliable sources. See Guidelines for Submissions.
Resources:
Check out Tracing New Englanders in the Revolutionary War with 19 pages of sources and links to help you with your research.