Samuel Whitmore. This guy was pretty basass

180 descendants at 78!!! Awesome story that I’ve never heard before.

I've heard the name but have never dug deep into the history of him

A story every American should know. Thanks for bringing it to our attention.

Definitely a badazz

OK, does anyone study his own language before putting himself in front of the public? Is it Cavalry or Calvary? RZ.

DON'T fuqk with the old guy!!

He's got nothing to lose.......

Have to wonder what percentage of his neighbors despised him for not supporting the crown?

Great video, tks 😎

Not many, 2,000 locals taking up arms on short notice was an amazing developmen, surprises me now as much as it did the Brits back then. Can’t say that level of support was common across the Colonies tho.

Almost surprising as the constant harassment of General Howe’s forces by local militia ‘76/‘77 in NEW JERSEY of all places. Those guys wouldn’t even recognize New Jersey today.

The bigger picture.

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