Maryland soldiers burial sites records, 1869-1957.

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Maryland soldiers burial sites records, 1869-1957.

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Material concerning the erection of historical memorials commemorating the 400 Maryland soldiers who died protecting George Washington during a retreat on August 27, 1776. The collection includes correspondence, maps, and lists of burial sites in Brooklyn on what is now 3rd Avenue between 7th and 8th Streets.

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Campbell University, Wiggins Memorial Library

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Campbell University, Wiggins Memorial Library

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United States. Continental Army

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In response to the expansion of the Continental Army the number of staff was increased and reorganized in 1776. Changes included the creation of a new unit to supplement George Washington's personal staff. This special unit, the Commander in Chief's Guard, was formed on March 12, 1776 with Captain Caleb Gibbs (formerly adjutant of the 14th Continental Regiment and appointed Aid to Major General Greene) as commander. The unit protected Washington, the army's cash, and official papers. ...