Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery

Location

3349 Makyes Rd, Nedrow, NY 13120, USA

Lat/Long

42.933874341894, -76.212846040089

Grant Recipient

Sons of the American Revolution - Syracuse Chapter

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.

With burials as early as 1810, South Onondaga Cemetery is the final resting place of the community’s early residents. Among those buried here between circa 1810-1854 are at least six Revolutionary War veterans: Benoni Reynolds, Caleb Potter, Ebenezer Conklin, Gideon Seely, Jabesh Cole and Solomon Day. In addition to the six veterans whose service and burial in South Onondaga Cemetery were confirmed with primary sources, an additional three men— Benjamin Griffin, David Lawrence and Jonathan Belding —are believed by many to have served and been buried in the cemetery as well.