Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Event, Site

Location

501 N Gladstone Ave, Columbus, IN 47201, USA

Lat/Long

39.207737, -85.894414

Grant Recipient

Indiana 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 eight 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.

Garland Brook Cemetery is the final resting place of many of Columbus’ early residents. Among those buried is Revolutionary War veteran Joseph Hart who served with the 4th Virginia Regiment from 1777-1778. Hart mustered in as a private around July 1777 and mustered out under the same rank approximately mid-1778.