Edward Thomas

Edward Thomas
Era Revolutionary War
Branch U.S. Army
Rank Captain
Wall G
Wall Side 3
Row 5
Plaque Number 29

  • Detailed by George Washington to command a company of 26 men in the Battle of Monmouth in June 1778.
  • Served at Wading River Bridge.
  • Appointed to command a militia of the Township of Mansfield.
  • Fought at Cedar Creek Bridge with Tories and refugees.
  • Suffered a burnt house and books at the hand of the British.
  • Appointed Contractor for the County of Burlington to purchase supplies to be used by troops in the Continental Service.
  • Died in Burlington County at about age 62.
  • Buried at West Point Cemetery.

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