Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery, People, Site

Location

104 Goose Ridge Rd, Brooksville, KY 41004, USA

Lat/Long

38.660671, -84.10964

Grant Recipient

Kentucky 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.  

Buckner Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the region’s early residents. Among those buried there is Revolutionary War Veteran Captain Philp Buckner. Buckner served in the Virginia Militia during the War, following which, he received a large land grant in Kentucky, where he would establish the City of Augusta in 1797. Buckner would also serve as a State Senator for Bracken County before passing away in 1820.