Tag Archives: American War of Independence

Banker from Waddon who helped finance independent America

Posted on March 12, 2023 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: One memorial in Croydon Minster’s churchyard dates back to the early 19th Century, and is for a man who knew Alexander Hamilton and had connections with George Washington. By DAVID MORGAN Another grave in the grounds of Croydon … Continue reading →

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American refugees given a welcome in 18th century Croydon

Posted on January 16, 2022 by insidecroydon

SUNDAY SUPPLEMENT: Using contemporary records from the Governor of Massachusetts at the beginning of the American War of Independence, DAVID MORGAN has pieced together what might have passed during a visit to old friends in Croydon There was an emotional … Continue reading →

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