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Lieutenant Colonel David Rhea


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Lieutenant Colonel David Rhea

Began his service in the Revolutionary War as Lt. Colonel in the 4th Regiment New Jersey Line. Served at Valley Forge. Much of the Battle of Monmouth was fought on the farmlands of David Rhea. He helped General Washington in directing the artillery from Comb’s Hill during the Battle of Monmouth. Retired from service 26 Sep 1780. Born in New Jersey in 1740 and died in 1821. Married Elizabeth. [Sources: M; H; Find A Grave Memorial; Rootsweb’s World Connect Project.]

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Admitted 1956
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Admitted 1971
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Admitted 1980
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Admitted 2021