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Rufus D. Pettit
Rufus D Pettit (July 4, 1825 – October 24, 1891) was an Officer in the American Civil War. He was most famous for leading the 1st New York Artillery, Battery B into combat during the first two years of the war. Early life Rufus D Pettit was born on July 4, 1825. Unfortunately, both of his parents died when Pettit was three years old. Pettit was then sent to live with his aunt and uncle in Cold Springs area of Baldwinsville, New York. Here he was raised, eventually becoming an apprentice to an architect. Military service Mexican American War In 1846, the Mexican-American War broke out. Pettit enlisted with the 1st New York Volunteer Infantry, Company A. He served in the entire war, eventually ranking up to Sergeant. He fought in over five battles and was noted for his expert marksmanship. During the Battle for Mexico City, he reportedly shot a Mexican flag from its pole. American Civil War On August 31, 1861, Rufus D Pettit organized the Cold Spring Rifles, which was soon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bridgewater, New York
Bridgewater is a town in Oneida County, New York, United States. The population was 1,522 at the 2010 census. The Town of Bridgewater is on the southern border of the county. The town has a former village called Bridgewater near the southern town line. The town and hamlet were named after the Duke of Bridgewater. History The first settlement took place ''circa'' 1788. The Town of Bridgewater was formed from the Town of Sangerfield in 1797. Bridgewater was the first municipality in New York State to elect an African American mayor, Everett Holmes, in 1974. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 23.9 square miles (61.8 km), all land. U.S. 20 crosses the southern part of the town, where it intersects NY 8. The southern town line is the border of Madison and Otsego counties. The eastern town line is the border of Herkimer County. Demographics At the 2000 census there were 1,671 people, 596 households, and 454 famili ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
