Honoring Our Patriot Ancestors

I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! – Patrick Henry, 1775

The Legacy of Our Patriot Ancestors

We proudly honor the Patriot Ancestors whose service and sacrifice during the American Revolution secured our nation’s freedom. This page recognizes the Patriots through whom Eau Claire Chapter NSDAR members have documented their lineage, preserving their legacy for future generations. Each ancestor listed here played a role in the American Revolution, enabling their descendants to join our Society. We invite you to browse their names and honor their contributions.

Chapter Ancestor List

Ancestor NameRelation to MemberDeath YearStateRank
Abraham Hathaway4th GGF1792MACPL
Adonijah Strong4th GGF1813CTLT
Amos Mercer7th GGF1816PAPVT
Andrew Lyday5th GGF1816VAPVT
Andrew Van Middlesworth4th GGF1833NYPVT
Arthur Savage1806NCPVT
Augustine Dilliner1832PAPVT
Billa Root5th GGF1851CTSGT
Conrad Waltman4th GGF1785PAPVT
Cornelius Sawyer5th GGF1823CTPVT
David Stockton1792NCPS
Duncan McVicker1818NJCAPT
Elkanah Howe6th GGF1823MAPVT
Ezekiel Spalding4th GGF1809MASGT
George McNeil1805NCPS
George Rothrock5th GGF1826PAPVT
Hezekiah Fay Jr5th GGF1832MAPVT
Hezekiah Fay Sr6th GGF1800MA
Jacob Comegys3rd GGF1805MDPVT
Jacob Heimbaugh4th GGF1816PAPVT
James Allen6th GGF1791VAPS
James Nickerson5th GGF1795MAPVT
Jeremiah Smith5th GGF1851CTPVT
John Bean1814NHSGT
John Fay Sr1789CS
John Jaquette4th GGF1807PS
John Walbridge1823CTPVT
Jonathan Hall4th GGF1827MAPVT
Josiah Smith1818VAPS
Lemuel Bangs4th GGF1824CTLT
Little Proctor4th GGF1852VAPVT
Melancthon Woolsey5th GGF1819NYMAJ GEN
Michael Weaver3rd GGF1821PAPVT
Nathan Kelly4th GGF1845PAPVT
Ozias Bidwell4th GGF1821CTSGT
Pereas Antisdel2nd GGF1816MAPVT
Peter Laboyteaux4th GGF1813NJCS
Philip Kline1842VA
Richard Searle4th GGF1849NYPVT
Robert Pennington5th GGF1826MDPVT
Robert Shepard1817NCPS
Samuel Foster5th GGF1844PA & VA
Samuel Gill7th GGF1822LT & COL
Samuel Stubbs4th GGF1823MALT
Samuel Whiting Sr5th GGF1803CTCOL
Seviah Chatfield Lake4th GGF1833VTPS
Simeon Chapin6th GGF1799MALT
Stephen De Maranville4th GGF1827MAPVT
Thomas Newberry7th GGF1804CTPS
Valentine Sweetser6th GGF1817PS
William Hadden1789NCPS
William Johns1814VAPVT
William Miller1825NCPS
William Smith1836VAPVT

Understanding Patriot Ranks and Service

LT – Lietenant
1LT — First Lieutenant
2LT — Second Lieutenant
CAPT — Captain
COL — Colonel
CPL — Corporal
CMSRY — Commissary
CS — Civil Service
ENS — Ensign
GEN — General
LT — Lieutenant
LCOL — Lieutenant Colonel
MAJ — Major
MID — Midshipman
PS — Patriotic Service
PVT — Private
PVTR — Privateer
SOL — Soldier
SGT — Sergeant
STAFFOF — Staff Officer

Patriot Spotlights

Discover Your Connection

Inspired by the service of these Patriots?
Learning about your own lineage can be a rewarding journey. The Eau Claire Chapter NSDAR offers resources and assistance to help you explore your potential connection to the American Revolution and discover the benefits of membership.

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Patriotic Heritage

Learn how preserving history connects us to our shared American roots.

Trace Your Lineage
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