New York in the Revolution and War of 1812 Military Records

This index provides a detailed overview of New York's involvement in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, documenting the participation of approximately 217,000 individuals. It encompasses a wide range of sources, including military diaries, muster rolls, and historical essays, offering a comprehensive glimpse into New York's military history during these pivotal periods.

The collection features several notable books, each contributing unique insights into the era:

  • Orderly Book of the Three Battalions of Loyalists: Chronicles the experiences of Loyalist battalions, providing a perspective often overlooked in American Revolutionary history.
  • The Refugees of 1776 from Long Island to Connecticut: Details the mass displacement of individuals following the Battle of Long Island, offering biographies and genealogies of those who sought refuge in Connecticut.
  • Index of Awards On Claims of the Soldiers of the War of 1812: Includes an index to claims made by New York citizens who served in the War of 1812, shedding light on the aftermath of their service.
  • Muster and Pay Rolls of the War of the Revolution: Provides detailed records of those who served during the Revolutionary War, offering invaluable information for researchers.
  • New York in the Revolution as Colony and State: A comprehensive account of New York's role in the Revolution, from its colonial beginnings to its status as a state.
  • New York Colonial Muster Rolls, 1664-1775 (2 Volumes): Lists individuals on muster rolls from 1664 to 1775, an especially crucial resource given the loss of original rolls in a 1911 fire at the state library.

This collection not only indexes claims and provides biographies and genealogies but also offers a thorough report by the State Historian that meticulously lists individuals from the colonial wars to the War of 1812. The destruction of almost all original muster rolls in a 1911 fire makes this compilation an indispensable resource for understanding New York's military contributions and the personal stories of its soldiers and citizens during these formative conflicts.

Books Included:
Orderly Book of the Three Battalions of Loyalists
The Refugees of 1776 from Long Island to Connecticut
Index of Awards On Claims of the Soldiers of the War of 1812
Muster and Pay Rolls of the War of the Revolution
New York in the Revolution as Colony and State
New York Colonial Muster Rolls, 1664-1775 (2 Volumes)

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