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Apr 10, 2011 · Captain of the Maryland Line, commended for gallantry and twice wounded in battle in the Revolutionary War. Major General of the Maryland Militia in the War of 1812. Died October 2, 1827. His remains were removed from Wheatland 1901.”. Benson gravesite.
- Maryland Militia
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- Corp of Colonial Marines
“Their conduct was marked by great spirit and vivacity, and...
- Maryland Militia
Gen Perry Benson. Revolutionary War and 1812 War Hero. He was born at the family home called, Wheatland. He served his country at a young age, being commissioned an Ensign in 1776, and three months later becaming a First Lieutenant.
Grave of General Perry Benson. A leader in his home community and state; in the Revolutionary War, served as captain and was wounded twice. He was in the War of 1812 and commanded the militia in Talbot, Caroline, and Dorchester counties.
Brigadier General Perry Benson, who was a veteran of the American Revolutionary War, commanded the militia of Talbot, Caroline, and Dorchester counties. His force at the battle consisted of two regiments, several companies of cavalry , and three artillery batteries .
- August 10, 1813
- United States victory
Thomas Carney is most often remembered for his valiant actions to save the life of Captain Perry Benson at the Siege of Ninety-Six in 1781.
Chapter History. On July 4, 1776, Perry Benson, for whom this chapter was named, was commissioned as an ensign in the famous Maryland Line. On June 22, 1798, he was made brigadier general and finally a major general of the Maryland militia, in charge of the forces in Caroline, Dorchester, and Talbot counties throughout the War of 1812.
Feb 23, 2023 · General Perry Benson is regarded as a local hero, leading colonists during the Revolutionary War and again during the War of 1812. Our chapter is named in his honor. Recently, we restored and improved the Benson Family Cemetery, General Perry Benson's final resting place.
