Parker, Josiah, 1751-1810

Josiah Parker (1751-1810), born at "Macclesfield," Isle of Wight County, Va., 11 May 1751, served on the local Committee of Safety in 1775 before enlisting in the Continental Army. Parker eventually commanded the 5th Virginia Regiment of that army. In 1778 he retired from command and returned to Virginia. In 1780 Gov. Thomas Jefferson called Josiah Parker back into service and offered him command of Virginia Militia south of the James River. After the Revolutionary War, Parker farmed his family's estate in Isle of Wight County, and served as a representative in the first six U.S. Congresses. Josiah Parker died at "Macclesfield" on 11 March 1810.

From the description of Papers, 1780-1781. (Virginia Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 56024662

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