Anderson County KYGenWeb
Men with Anderson County ties that served in the WAR OF 1812
Submitted by Luther Davenport
Anderson County formed 1827 from parts of Mercer, Franklin,& Washington Counties. Although Anderson was not in existence during the war it is no doubt the residents here were no less patriotic than other citizens. Therefore I identified several companies enrolled from these three original counties, and obtained the muster rolls of each from the Adjutant General's report. I then crossed referenced these rolls with Anderson County documents, census reports, church and burial records, and family histories to put this list together.
Be advised that these names are all that I have identified so far. If anyone has a suspected ancestor that belongs then please submit a name and I'll be glad to compare to the index that I have, also This may not be all the companies from this area, just all I have identified,
Luther D.
Abbott, William
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as a fife player in the company of
Capt. Peter Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light
Infantry enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The
2nd enlistment he also served as fife in Peter Dudley's company of Col.
Boswell's regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept.
9 1813. He saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of
the relief forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort
side of the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the
Americans suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). Lived in Gilbert's Creek area
and was still in county as 1830. Alexander, James
Penny, John
Petty, Samuel
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M.
Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County May 20
1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River
Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian
Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle. Was living in county 1830.
Allen, Joseph
Served as a trumpeter in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard
Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20
1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin
River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the
Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Arnold, Berrisford
Family lived near Arnold's Station area near Benson Creek at it's mouth at
Kentucky River. Served as a pvt. in Capt. Paschal Hickman's Company of Col. John
Allen's 1st rifle regiment Ky. Militia, Took part in Battle of Frenchtown Jan.
18 1813. And Battle of Raisin River on Jan. 22 1813(Raisin River Massacre). Was
Killed in Battle in one of these actions.
Barnes, Newman
Served as a cpl. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Barnes, Zachariah
Served 2 enlistments 1st served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of
Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin
County May 20 1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield
from Raisin River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served
during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. 2nd
served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Appeared
in early records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Bell, John B.
Served as a pvt. in Capt. William McGary's company of Ky. Militia, was living in
county 1830
Berns, Joseph
Served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabreil Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Appeared
in early records of Salt River Church
Boggess, Martin
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Bond, Anthony
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Bond, James
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Bond, William
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as a pvt. in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat).
Buntain, James
served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in county 1830
Buntain, John
served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in county 1830
Buntain, Thomas
served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in county 1830
Cardwell, John G.
Served 2 enlistments 1st as a cpl. of Capt. Peter Jordan's company Ky. Militia,
Enlisted Aug. 23 1812, no more details known, 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B.
McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry.
Enlisted from Mercer County May 20 1813, This regiment was first Americans to
reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames,
Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company
was detailed to guard the British prisoners after the battle. Was living in
county 183
Cardwell, Wiltshire
Served as a trumpeter in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M.
Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County May 20
1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River
Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian
Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle. Was living in county 1830, but moved to
Illinois 1836 where he lived until death. Luther Davenport a resident of
Anderson County 2005 is a descendant
Case, Benjamin
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as a pvt. in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). Living in county 1830
Cole, Micajah
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Cole, Slathiel
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. was living in County
1830
Cox, Nathaniel
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Married in Anderson
County to Elizabeth Jewell and in 1820 moved to Morgan County , Ill.
Cummins, Alexander
served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Cummins, Matthew
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Cummins, Samuel
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as fife in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat).
Cummins, William
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Daniel, William G.
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as pvt. in Capt. Peter Dudley's company of Col.
Boswell's regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept.
9 1813. He saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of
the relief forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort
side of the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the
Americans suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). living in county 1830
Dawson, Charles
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. Has several
descendants still living in County.
Elliott, John
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major Dudley's Ky. Vol.
Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20
1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada
where they fought 6 small engagements against British Regulars, Canadian
Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford, Battle of Buford, Battle of
Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of
Savareen's Mill, and Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced British
to lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New York. Living in county 1830
Elliston, Jacob
Commanded a company in Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Vol.
Inf..Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813. Regiment was first Americans to
come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River Massacre, gathering what remains
could be found. Also served during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where
Tecumseh was killed. On early records of Salt River Church, Living in county
1830, and buried originally in Mountjoy Family Cemetery , but later moved to
Alton Cemetery.
Franklin, Claiborne
in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky.
Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County May 20 1813, This regiment was
first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and saw action in
Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was
killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the British prisoners after the
battle. Was father of Mrs. Lloyd Simpson
Frazier, Robert
Served 2 enlistments during the war , 1st as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's
Company of Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted
from Franklin County May 20 1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the
Battlefield from Raisin River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found.
Also served during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was
killed. 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major Dudley's Ky.
Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20
1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada
where they fought 6 small engagements against British Regulars, Canadian
Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford, Battle of Buford, Battle of
Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of
Savareen's Mill, and Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced British
to lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New York. Living in county 1830
George, Dudley
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Buried in county
Goodnight, Alexander
Served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Settled
in western portion of Anderson County, and many descendants still live in area.
Gudgell, Andrew
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as a pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as pvt .in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). living in county 1830
Hackley, James
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Hackley, Lott
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M.
Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15,
1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River
Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian
Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle. Is found on early church records of Salt
River Church.
Hanks, Chichester
Served 2 enlistments as a pvt.during the war, 1st in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as fife in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). Lived in Gilbert's Creek area and was
still in county as 1830. buried at old Salt River Church
Hanks, Milton W.
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Hanks, Pitman
A pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of
Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813. Regiment was
first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River Massacre,
gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle of Thames
Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Harris, Edward
Served as an Ensign in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in County 1830,
buried at
Hawkins, Arculas
Served 2 enlistments as a pvt.during the war, 1st in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as fife in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). Family lived in Gilbert's Creek area
Hawkins, Benjamin
Served 2 enlistments 1st as a cpl. of Capt. Peter Jordan's company Ky. Militia,
Enlisted Aug. 23 1812, no more details known, 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. Thomas P.
Moore's company of Major Dudley's Ky. Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from
Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20 1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid
250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada where they fought 6 small engagements
against British Regulars, Canadian Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of
Oxford, Battle of Buford, Battle of Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's
Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of Savareen's Mill, and Destroyed countless enemy
supply depots, and forced British to lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New
York.
Hawkins, Elisha
Served 2 enlistments as a pvt.during the war, 1st in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as fife in Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). Family lived in Gilbert's Creek area
Hawkins, James M.
Served 2 enlistments 1st as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col.
Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County
Aug. 15, 1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin
River Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where
Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle. 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's
company of Major Dudley's Ky. Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County
Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20 1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles
behind enemy lines into Canada where they fought 6 small engagements against
British Regulars, Canadian Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford,
Battle of Buford, Battle of Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill,
Battle of Dover, Battle of Savareen's Mill, and Destroyed countless enemy supply
depots, and forced British to lift it's seige against Fort Erie , New York. was
living in County 1830
Hawkins, Reuben
Served 2 enlistments 1st as a cpl. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major
Dudley's Ky. Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Sept. 20 1814
through Nov. 20 1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles behind enemy lines
into Canada where they fought 6 small engagements against British Regulars,
Canadian Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford, Battle of Burford,
Battle of Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle
of Savareen's Mill, and Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced
British to lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New York. 2nd as pvt. in Capt.
Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's regiment of Ky. Militia.
Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a thirty day period. The war
was fairly over and saw no major actions.
Holeman, Reuben
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Johnson, Isaac
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Johnson, William
Served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Living
in county 1830
Jordan, John M.
Served 4 enlistments during the war, 1st as a ord. sgt. of Capt. Peter Jordan's
company of Ky. Militia enlisting Aug. 23 1812, No more information known about
this company's service, 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of
Col. Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer
County Aug. 15, 1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of
Raisin River Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813,
where Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to
guard the British prisoners after the battle. 3rd as a sgt. in Capt. Thomas P.
Moore's company of Major Dudley's Ky. Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from
Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20 1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid
250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada where they fought 6 small engagements
against British Regulars, Canadian Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of
Oxford, Battle of Burford, Battle of Grande Rive!
r Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of Savareen's Mill,
and Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced British to lift it's
siege against Fort Erie , New York. 4th enlistment as an Ensign in Capt. George
McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's regiment Ky. Detached Militia.
Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took part in actions leading up to
and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Living in county 1830. Buried at
Hebron Church
Lane, Hayston
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's regiment of
Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He saw service
during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief forces that
broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of the river, and
entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans suffered greatly at
Dudley's Defeat).
Lightfoot, Goodrich
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
Lightfoot, Phillip
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church
Lillard, Christopher
Served 3 enlistments during the war 1st & 2nd are conflicting as enlistments are
identical, (Could there have been 2 Christopher's?) 1st Served as a pvt. in
Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted
Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813. Regiment was first
Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River Massacre, gathering
what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct.
5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. 2nd served as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B.
McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry.
Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15, 1813, This regiment was first Americans to
reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames,
Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company
was detailed to guard the British prisoners after the battle. 3rd served as a
pvt. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major Dudley's Ky. Vol. Mounted
Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20 1814. Took
part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada where they
fought 6 small engagements against British Regulars, Canadian Militia, and their
Indian allies. Battle of Oxford, Battle of Burford, Battle of Grande River
Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of Savareen's Mill,
and Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced British to lift it's
siege against Fort Erie , New York. was living in County 1830
Lillard, John
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. died of exposure while
carrying dispatches serving on battlefront in Canada
Lillard, Matthew
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
McBrayer, Hugh
Served as a cpl. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
McGinnis, John L.
Served as a cpl. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M.
Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15,
1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River
Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian
Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle.
McGinnis, John Jr.
Served as pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's
regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15, 1813, This
regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and
saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain
Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the British
prisoners after the battle.
McGinnis, William
Served as a 2nd Lieut. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard
Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20
1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin
River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the
Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830
McKee, Henry
Served as a cpl. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Appeared in early
records of Salt River Church, and was living in County 1830, is buried family
cemetery on Dry Dock Rd.
McManama, William
Served 2 enlistments, 1st as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col.
Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin
County May 20 1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield
from Raisin River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served
during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. 2nd as
a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's regiment Ky.
Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took part in
actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Living in county
1830
Miller, George
Served 3 enlistments during the war 1st as a pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. 2nd in Capt.
Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Detached Militia
enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He saw service during the British
siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief forces that broke the siege and
captured the British guns on the fort side of the river, and entered into the
fort. (On other side of river the Americans suffered greatly at Dudley's
Defeat). 3rd as a pvt.in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard
Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20
1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin
River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the
Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed.
Miller, Peter
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830
Morris, George
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830. Was on early records of Salt River Church
Oliver, Pleasant
Served as a cpl. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in county 1830
buried in Bucey Cemetery
Paxton, John
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. Family
lived past Salt River at Bond's Mill
Payne, John
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major
Dudley's regiment of Ky. Vol. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County
Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20 1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles
behind enemy lines into Canada where they fought 6 small engagements against
British Regulars, Canadian Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford,
Battle of Burford, Battle of Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill,
Battle of Dover, Battle of Savareen's Mill, Destroyed countless enemy supply
depots, and forced British to lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New York. Was
son of Rev. John Penny, died in Rockcastle County 1827 age 29 , but was brought
back to Lawrenceburg for burial, left widow and several children
Served as a sgt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Living in county 1830
Phillips, Richard D.
Served as a sgt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830
Plough, William
Served 2 enlistments during the war, 1st as pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. The 2nd
enlistment he also served as fife i n Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's
regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He
saw service during the British siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief
forces that broke the siege and captured the British guns on the fort side of
the river, and entered into the fort. (On other side of river the Americans
suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat).
Rice, Joseph
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830
Robertson, Alexander
Family lived near Arnold's Station area near Benson Creek at it's mouth at
Kentucky River. Served as a pvt. in Capt. Paschal Hickman's Company of Col. John
Allen's 1st rifle regiment Ky. Militia, Took part in Battle of Frenchtown Jan.
18 1813. And Battle of Raisin River on Jan. 22 1813(Raisin River Massacre). Was
Killed in Battle in one of these actions.
Robertson, George Rogers
Family lived near Arnold's Station area near Benson Creek at it's mouth at
Kentucky River. Served as a pvt. in Capt. Paschal Hickman's Company of Col. John
Allen's 1st rifle regiment Ky. Militia, Took part in Battle of Frenchtown Jan.
18 1813. And Battle of Raisin River on Jan. 22 1813(Raisin River Massacre). Was
Killed in Battle in one of these actions.
Robertson, Israel
Served as a pvt. in Capt. James Ray's company of South's regiment of Ky.
Militia, Enlisted Sept. 18 1812 until Oct. 30 1812, No major actions. Was son of
James Robertson & Sarah Taylor who lived along Gilbert's Creek
Robinson, William
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830
Routt, William
Sale, Clayton
Served 2 enlistments during the war ,1st as a pvt. in Capt. Peter Jordan's
company Ky. Militia, Enlisted Aug. 23 1812, no more details known, 2nd as pvt.
in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's regiment Ky.
Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15, 1813, This regiment was
first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and saw action in
Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain Tecumseh was
killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the British prisoners after the
battle. Family moved to Anderson 1800 living on Head of Hickory Nut Creek a
tributary of Salt River. Clayton moved to Illinois but his brother William
remained in area and many Sale descendants remain in county
Satterwhite, Phillip
Served 2 enlistments during the war 1st as a pvt. in the company of Capt. Peter
Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light Infantry
enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. 2nd in Capt.
Peter Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Detached Militia
enlisting March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He saw service during the British
siege of Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief forces that broke the siege and
captured the British guns on the fort side of the river, and entered into the
fort. (On other side of river the Americans suffered greatly at Dudley's
Defeat). Living in county 1830
Seay (Sea), Leonard
Served as a 3rd Lieut. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard
Johnson's regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20
1813. Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin
River Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the
Battle of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in
County 1830.
Sharp, John
Served 2 enlistments during the war,1st as a sgt. of Capt. Peter Jordan's
company Ky. Militia, Enlisted Aug. 23 1812, no more details known, 2nd term as
Lieut. of Capt. Thomas P. Moore's company of Major Dudley's regiment of Ky. Vol.
Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Sept. 20 1814 through Nov. 20
1814. Took part in McArthur's Raid 250 miles behind enemy lines into Canada
where they fought 6 small engagements against British Regulars, Canadian
Militia, and their Indian allies. Battle of Oxford, Battle of Burford, Battle of
Grande River Bridge, Battle of Malcolm's Mill, Battle of Dover, Battle of
Savareen's Mill, Destroyed countless enemy supply depots, and forced British to
lift it's siege against Fort Erie , New York. Living in county 1830
Sherwood, Edward
Served In War of 1812 in company enlisted from Clark County, Ky. following the
war he lived for a time in Illinois, but returned to Kentucky in 1820. Buried in
Sherwood Family Cemetery, Has many descendants still living in Anderson County.
Slaughter, Francis
Served 4 enlistments as a soldier in this war, 1st as a cpl. in the company of
Capt. Peter Dudley of Colonel William E. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Vol. Light
Infantry enlisted from Franklin County March 29 1812 through April 28 1812. 2nd
as a pvt. in Capt. Peter Jordan's company of Ky. Militia enlisting Aug. 23 1812,
No more information known about this company's service,3rd as a cpl. in Peter
Dudley's company of Col. Boswell's regiment of Ky. Detached Militia enlisting
March 9 1813 through Sept. 9 1813. He saw service during the British siege of
Fort Meigs, and was part of the relief forces that broke the siege and captured
the British guns on the fort side of the river, and entered into the fort. (On
other side of river the Americans suffered greatly at Dudley's Defeat). 4th as a
pvt. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's regiment of Ky.
Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813. Regiment was first
Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River Massacre, gathering
what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle of Thames Canada Oct.
5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County 1830
Smith, James
Served as pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M. Johnson's
regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County Aug. 15, 1813, This
regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River Massacre, and
saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian Chieftain
Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the British
prisoners after the battle. Buried at Scearce Family Cemetery, Anderson County
Sutherland, Hosea
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830buried at Old Salt River Church
Sutherland, Howard
Served as a soldier during War of 1812, unknown information, Was a brother to
Hosea Sutherland Family history at Anderson County library verifies service.
Died 1840's in Anderson County.
Thomas, Thompson
Served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Living
in county 1830
Utterback, William
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Lydall Bacon's company of Lt. Col. John Francisco's
regiment of Ky. Militia. Enlisted from Franklin County on Feb. 8 1815 for a
thirty day period. The war was fairly over and saw no major actions. living in
county 1830
Walker, John
Served as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col. Gabriel Slaughter's
regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County Nov. 10 1814 . Took
part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans Jan. 1815. Living
in county 1830
White, John Barrett
Served as 1st Lieut. in Capt. Jacob Elliston's Company of Col. Richard Johnson's
regiment of Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Franklin County May 20 1813.
Regiment was first Americans to come upon the Battlefield from Raisin River
Massacre, gathering what remains could be found. Also served during the Battle
of Thames Canada Oct. 5 1813 where Tecumseh was killed. Was living in County
1830, Buried White Family Cemetery.
White, Phillip
Served as a Major during the War of 1812, buried at White Family Cemetery,
Anderson County, Ky.
Wilson, John
Served 2 enlistments during the war 1st as a pvt. in Capt. Peter Jordan's
company of Ky. Militia enlisting Aug. 23 1812, No more information known about
this company's service, 2nd as a pvt. in Capt. George McAfee's company of Col.
Gabriel Slaughter's regiment Ky. Detached Militia. Enlisted from Mercer County
Nov. 10 1814 . Took part in actions leading up to and main Battle of New Orleans
Jan. 1815. Found on early records of Salt River Church
Woods, Joseph
Served as a pvt. in Capt. Robert B. McAfee's company of Col. Richard M.
Johnson's regiment Ky. Mounted Infantry. Enlisted from Mercer County May 20
1813, This regiment was first Americans to reach battlefield of Raisin River
Massacre, and saw action in Battle of Thames, Canada Oct. 5 1813, where Indian
Chieftain Tecumseh was killed. McAfee's Company was detailed to guard the
British prisoners after the battle. Was living in county 1830.
Wooldridge, Robert
Served in Capt. Virgil McCracken's Company of Col. Allen's 1st Ky. Rifles Ky.
Militia, Enlisted Aug. 15 1812 from Woodford County, Took part in Battle of
Frenchtown Jan. 18 1813. And Battle of Raisin River on Jan. 22 1813(Raisin River
Massacre). Survived the massacre at Raisin River, and returned to Versailles.
Later moved across the river to Tyrone in Anderson County at a time when only 3
houses stood in that community
York, Bartlett
Served in War of 1812 from a company from Jessamine County, details not known
yet, Moved to Anderson after the war and was living in county 1830. Died Dec. 2
1853 and buried at Fox Creek Church.