The American Revolution in Broome County

Mark’s presentation will examine the American Revolution through the lens of Broome County. While many local residents are familiar with the 1779 Sullivan Expedition, today’s talk explores the broader frontier conflict, which includes the 1778 raids on Unadilla and Onaquaga. His presentation utilizes primary sources—including sketches and journal excerpts from the participants themselves—to trace the wartime routes of Clinton and Sullivan through modern-day Broome County. Finally, the talk examines the local human legacy of the war. Over 300 Revolutionary War veterans ultimately settled and are buried right here in Broome County. Mark will highlight a dozen of these individual soldiers whose