MEMORIAL DAY HERO: COL. CHRISTOPHER GREENE, PATRIOT AND VALOROUS COMMANDER
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✍️ The article honors Christopher Greene, a Revolutionary War hero who fought for American independence and was a commander of a racially integrated regiment.
👉 Christopher Greene was a militia officer during the American Revolution 👉 He commanded a company of Continental regulars at the siege of Boston 👉 He was a prisoner of war for eight months before being freed and rejoining the Revolutionary forces 👉 He led the 1st Rhode Island regiment, which was known for its diverse composition 👉 He successfully defended Fort Mercer against a British assault
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