Albion students researching Revolutionary War soldiers in Orleans County
2 historical markers to be placed in Murray next year, the 250th anniversary of the country
Photos and information courtesy of Tim Archer: Orleans County Historian Catherine Cooper shares insights about the Revolutionary War with Albion eighth-graders Sutton Sanders, left, and Luci Borrello.
ALBION – Albion Middle School eighth graders Luci Borello and Sutton Sanders have been busy this summer researching Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Orleans County.
At the behest of the county, and leading up to the country’s 250th anniversary, they hope to compile a more accurate updated list of War of Independence veteran burials.
The girls have already applied for two Pomeroy Foundation roadside markers for placement in Murray and a new veteran’s headstone in Barre. Likewise, they have met with historians, town clerks, cemetery supervisors, DAR and SAR members, and more.
The headstone site is that of Revolutionary War veteran Robinson Smith in Murray, who was a “Life Guard” for Gen. George Washington.
The students met with Patrice Birner, a member of the DAR chapter in Orleans County.
