Gravesite of General Perry Benson
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N 38° 45.116 W 076° 10.720
18S E 397580 N 4289908
The Gravesite of General Perry Benson, veteran of both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.
Waymark Code: WM9MR
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 03/30/2006
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General Perry Benson (1757-1827)
A leader in his home community and state. In the Revolutionary War he served as a captain, and was wounded twice. In the War of 1812, he commanded the militia in Talbot, Caroline and Dorchester Counties.
Location type: Single Grave
Date of Birth: 1757
Date of Death: 1827
Cause of death: Died Later
Grave Marker Text:
Original Stone replaces with Historical Society Marker and slab.
Ranks:
Captain (Revolutionary War)
General (War of 1812)
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Visit Instructions:PLEASE NOTE: This category is for American Revolutionary War Veterans only. Veterans of other revolutions are not part of this category.
I have allowed one entry for a grave of British solders, but it was an exception. Please only list graves for Colonial soldiers.
Simply visit the locations. Please provide as much information as possible. Pictures would be a great addition.