Program

Patriot Burials

Subject

Cemetery, People, Site

Location

65 Cayuga St, Clyde, NY 14433, USA

Lat/Long

43.076810624021, -76.868437146499

Grant Recipient

Rochester Chapter 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.

Maple Grove Cemetery, established March 25^th, 1859, is the final resting place of many of the community’s residents, many of whom were buried in earlier cemeteries and reinterred at Maple Grove during subsequent decades. Among those buried there are Revolutionary War veterans Gilbert Hooker and John McLouth.