Adam Link | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Adam Link, a humble Revolutionary War veteran, enlisted at 16 and served five years in frontier defense, before living to 102.
Veterans
Learn about veterans’ experiences during the American Revolution, including how they were treated at the end of the war.
William Hutchings | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Biography of William Hutchings, a centenarian and one of the last surviving Revolutionary War veterans, detailing his life, service, and legacy.
Alexander Milliner | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Biography of Alexander Milliner, a Revolutionary War drummer, highlighting his service with Washington’s Life Guard and his remarkable longevity.
Lemuel Cook | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Learn about Lemuel Cook, one of the last surviving veterans of the American Revolution.
Daniel Waldo | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Learn about Daniel Waldo, one of the last surviving veterans of the American Revolution.
Samuel Downing | Last Survivors of the American Revolution
Discover the life of Samuel Downing, Revolutionary War veteran, whose vivid memories and enduring spirit span over a century of American history.
How did Pensions for Revolutionary War Soldiers Work?
Learn more about how pensions worked for soldiers who fought in the Revolutionary War, including how to find your relatives' pension history.