Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery, Event, People

Location

3908 Timbercrest Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35810, USA

Lat/Long

34.780537337705, -86.594854783777

Grant Recipient

Tennessee Valley Chapter- Sons of the American Revolution- Alabama

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. 

Harris Cemetery is the final resting place of many of Huntsville’s early residents. Among those buried here is Revolutionary War veteran Richard Harris, who served as a Forage- and Quartermaster in Virginia militia where he also held the rank of Second Sergeant.