Rhode Island

Jonathan Barney, Minuteman

My 8th great grandfather’s grave. Served under Col. Parker in the Lexington COncord Battle ~ “Shot heard ’round the world.”

By Yankee Magazine|Aug 02 2010| Print icon

A gravestone with a U.S. flag and a medal in front. The inscription is dedicated to Jonathan Barney (1736-1838). The epitaph praises his steadfastness and associations with the Suf Tyde 23r Lodge of Freemasons.

Photo Credit: Kathy Barney

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