Revolutionary war patriot honored by family centuries later
Private Samuel Campbell honored with a plaque at his grave by an Illinois patriotic society.
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A patriot recognized for his service in the Revolutionary war Saturday surrounded by his family and community.
Private Samuel Campbell was born in Massachusetts in 1762, but decades later he and his youngest son travelled by Ox to Winnebago County. Now, centuries after his service to our country, a patriotic historical society honors him for his service with a plaque near his grave at Hulse Cemetery in Pecatonica.
Some of his family members who may not have known about his story are honored to see their relatives recognized for their service.
“It’s very moving. When I was growing up I didn’t hear much about this or anything so it’s nice to have it now and I really appreciate it,” said Mary Lou Buttner, a descendent of Samuel.
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