Program

Patriot Burials

Subject

Cemetery, People, Site

Location

6WGP+58 Fredonia, KY, USA

Lat/Long

37.22542366561, -88.064215994815

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 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.

Located near the Centreville Livingston Presbyterian Church Cemetery, the Old Fredonia Cemetery sits roughly 550 feet east of the cul-de-sac where the marker is located, and thanks to a wide clearing that leads up the hill, the path should be traversable by either car or foot. Many of the community’s early residents are buried in the Old Fredonia Cemetery, including Revolutionary War veteran Captain Robert Leeper.