Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery, Event

Location

5000 W Prospect Rd, Hanover, IN 47243, USA

Lat/Long

38.6509, -85.49388

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.

Marling Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the community’s early residents. Among those interred here is at least one veteran of the American Revolution, Private John Dickerson, who served in New Jersey in the Morris County Militia during the War.

In addition, a second Patriot, Joseph Thomson, could likely be interred there as well. However, as of 2025, definitive primary evidence of his burial has yet to be discovered. For those wishing to pay their respects to Thompson, a modern gravestone stands in Marling Cemetery in his honor, which may mark the site of his interment.