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Some Descendants of Newmarket New Hampshire Black Patriot: Wentworth Cheswell (1746-1817)

Posted on 19 May, 2021 by Janice Brown

I am not the first to write about a remarkable man–Wentworth Cheswell of Newmarket New Hampshire.  Many have sung his praises and brought to light his many “firsts” in New Hampshire.  His grandfather, and earliest known ancestor, Richard Cheswell, was … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Tidbits: Easter Traditions Past and Present

Posted on 2 April, 2015 by Janice Brown

Easter has always been a holiday celebrated with great enthusiasm in my family.  Part of it was due to their Catholic tradition–after the long Lenten season it was time to celebrate.  But honestly, after a long New England winter, wearing … Continue reading →

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Manchester NH’s Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient: Sgt. Henry F.W. Little (1842-1907)

Posted on 22 May, 2014 by Janice Brown

Henry F. W. Little (June 27, 1842 – February 7, 1907) was a Sergeant in the 7th New Hampshire Infantry, Union Army, and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War. The citation reads as … Continue reading →

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