Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery, Event, People

Location

1819 Hitler Rd 1, Circleville, OH 43113, USA

Lat/Long

39.572869, -82.920819

Grant Recipient

Ohio Society National 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.

Hitler-Ludwig Cemetery is the final resting place of many of Circleville’s early residents. The earliest known burial with an original stone is 1810, however two other burials predate this, but do not bear an original headstone. Among those buried here is Revolutionary War veteran Daniel Ludwig II. Ludwig served within the 5th Company, 5th Battalion of the Berks County (Pennsylvania) Militia between 1777 and 1778. He later supported the war effort by providing supplies and financial support to Pennsylvania directly.