Category Archives: New Jersey

Oliver Cromwell, an Indian Patriot from New Jersey

Oliver Cromwell, an Indian of possible “mixed descent,” served in the 2nd New Jersey Regiment in the Revolutionary War.  While in his mid twenties, he enlisted at the beginning of the war.  He served in the 2nd Regiment of the … Continue reading

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Indian Patriots in the Revolutionary War from New Jersey

Given that it’s the 4th of July, I thought something about Native people who served in the Revolutionary War would be nice for today. New Jersey is a smaller state, but due to their position on the coast and the … Continue reading

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