Gifford, William Bernard.

Dates:
Active 1747
Active 1815

Biographical notes:

Captain William B. Gifford and his son Lieutenant John Gifford were officers in the New York State Militia during the American Revolutionary War. Both were stationed on Long Island and participated in the battles and skirmishes that surrounded New York City. John Gifford later participated in the War of 1812, where he was involved in the battle of Chippewa and the Battle of Lundy's Lane (July, 1814).

From the description of William B. Gifford papers, 1747-1815. (SUNY Oswego). WorldCat record id: 29788317

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Subjects:

  • Lundy's Lane, Battle of, Ont., 1814
  • Monmouth, Battle of, Freehold, N.J., 1778

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  • United States (as recorded)