I grew up in the vicinity of where these actions took place and heard the story of Rev. Caldwell from my late dad who was also a history buff. My 5th great-grandfather fought in the battle of Connecticut Farms and his dad, my 6th great-grandfather, was a teamster who drove supplies to Washington's troops.
Reverend Caldwell's place in the American fight for independence is one of too many that are too easily forgotten or overlooked. That his is death was so close to the ultimate victory is sad. Let us remember his efforts and him.
Thank you Tara for another history lesson that I have never heard before. Reverend James Caldwell should be remembered as a man who was dedicated to the American cause of freedom and independence. He lost his church and his wife to the war and then he was murdered for his beliefs and his support of the American cause.
Reverend Caldwell's place in the American fight for independence is one of too many that are too easily forgotten or overlooked. That his is death was so close to the ultimate victory is sad. Let us remember his efforts and him.
So many stories of bravery and love of the nascent country. We can be thankful they pledged their lives, their fortunes, their sacred honor to give pride to the generations to come. Thanks, Tara.
Reverend Caldwell has a tremendous story, and I appreciate your sharing it with us, Tara! He was indeed an important patriot added significantly to the cause of freedom.
What a great reminder of "those shepherds and chaplains" that serve in the ranks of the troops and spend as much time praying for their comrades, as those that are reloading bullets to protect themselves from the enemies.
Our chaplains are there, not only to give spiritual helps to our soldiers, airmen, and sailors, but to show them that they can know God's presence because "God's Spirit is in this place" for a Victory over fears.
I grew up in the vicinity of where these actions took place and heard the story of Rev. Caldwell from my late dad who was also a history buff. My 5th great-grandfather fought in the battle of Connecticut Farms and his dad, my 6th great-grandfather, was a teamster who drove supplies to Washington's troops.
Loved the story - My father (who has passed) retired after 30 years of service to Marines and Sailors as a United States Navy Chaplain
Very interesting story….never heard this before! Thank you, Tara Ross!
Reverend Caldwell's place in the American fight for independence is one of too many that are too easily forgotten or overlooked. That his is death was so close to the ultimate victory is sad. Let us remember his efforts and him.
Thank you Tara for another history lesson that I have never heard before. Reverend James Caldwell should be remembered as a man who was dedicated to the American cause of freedom and independence. He lost his church and his wife to the war and then he was murdered for his beliefs and his support of the American cause.
Reverend James Caldwell - served God and the country’s Righteous fight for independence simultaneously !
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Reverend Caldwell's place in the American fight for independence is one of too many that are too easily forgotten or overlooked. That his is death was so close to the ultimate victory is sad. Let us remember his efforts and him.
So many stories of bravery and love of the nascent country. We can be thankful they pledged their lives, their fortunes, their sacred honor to give pride to the generations to come. Thanks, Tara.
Wow! Another Patriotic hero I had never heard of. Thank you again Tara Ross for your fascinating historical writings.
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Reverend Caldwell has a tremendous story, and I appreciate your sharing it with us, Tara! He was indeed an important patriot added significantly to the cause of freedom.
I had never heard of his story before, Thank you
What a great reminder of "those shepherds and chaplains" that serve in the ranks of the troops and spend as much time praying for their comrades, as those that are reloading bullets to protect themselves from the enemies.
Our chaplains are there, not only to give spiritual helps to our soldiers, airmen, and sailors, but to show them that they can know God's presence because "God's Spirit is in this place" for a Victory over fears.
I loved this true story of battlefield strengths.
We have such a poor sense of our own history...
Thanks for standing in the gap, TR. 🇺🇲
Give 'em Watts, boys! Gotta love it! Though unfortunate for the way he died. Thank you Tara 😊
What a beautiful and tragic story. Thank you for reminding us!
So many forgotten hero’s. Thanks Tara