Program

Patriot Burials

Subject

Cemetery, People, Site

Location

14 Cemetery Ln, Jackson Township, NJ 08527, USA

Lat/Long

40.105709, -74.387047

Grant Recipient

NJ Society Sons of the American Revolution

The origins of the American Revolution can be traced back to 1775, when the first shots were fired between colonial and British forces at the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Soon after, the American Colonies declared their independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776. As the newly formed United States went to war with Great Britain, hundreds of men across the Thirteen Colonies joined the fight. These men came from different walks of life; some were farmers, others were tradesmen, lawyers, doctors and merchants. Despite their differences they desired the same thing: freedom and independence. Colonial forces faced severe challenges, including lack of supplies and military training; however, in the face of obstacles they were undeterred. After nearly 8 years the colonies defeated Great Britain and successfully achieved their independence. It is important to remember the lives and sacrifices made by those who fought for American freedom.

Cassville Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the community’s early residents. Among those buried here is at least one Revolutionary War veteran, Private John Truex, who served in the New Jersey line for the duration of the War and who later qualified for a pension based on that service. In his 1820 pension testimony, Truex stated that he was a blacksmith though he had been unable to work due to “loss of eye sight,” and at the time living with his wife and niece in Monmouth County New Jersey.

Truex passed away in 1834. He is buried beside his wife, Charity, and his gravestone mentions his service in the War.