Thomas Butler served in the American Revolutionary War, as a Private, in the 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment, with his brothers, John and William (as well as his five first cousins, the sons of this uncle, also Thomas Butler). Evidence to date suggests that the all eight served with General Washington at Valley Forge during the winter of 1777-78.
After the war, Thomas settled in western Pennsylvania where he was in the steel industry. Thomas died in 1832, and is buried in Pennsylvania with his wife, Ann.Families are Forever! ;-)
Thomas could not have married Ann in 1744 as he would have been just 4 yrs old. Nov 12, 1744 is the date of Ann Dalrymple's birth. They were married in 1765 in Chester County, PA. I don't believe he was in the "steel" industry but rather the iron industry, following the pig iron furnaces in central PA. Thomas and Ann are my (7)Great Grandparents. Tina
ReplyDeleteYou are correct Tina! Ann was born in 1744 and married in 1765. Thomas and his six brothers were “colliers.”
ReplyDeleteI love the picture above! My father, Melvin Dean Butler had the Rev. American War plaque installed years ago. So happy to see that it is being included in others search for our family! Thomas and Ann are my (4)Great Grandparents as well.
Thank you for your visit and comment. Always nice to have verification of information on the family. ;-)
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