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Simeon Thayer
Simeon Thayer (April 30, 1737 – October 14, 1800) fought in Rogers' Rangers during the French and Indian War and made a harrowing escape from French-allied Indians. At the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War, the Rhode Island assembly appointed him an officer. He quickly raised a company of soldiers and marched with them to the Siege of Boston. He and his men went on Benedict Arnold's expedition to Quebec during which time he kept a journal of his experiences. He fought at Quebec
Thayer family
The Thayer family is an American Boston Brahmin family. They are descended from the Pilgrim Fathers and brothers Thomas Thayer (1596–1665) and Richard Thayer (1601–1664).
Notable members.
- Thomas Thayer (1596–1665), Pilgrim.
- Richard Thayer (1601–1664), Pilgrim.
- Simeon Thayer (1737–1800), American Revolutionary War officer
- Sylvanus Thayer (1785–1872), United States general, Father of West Point, and relative of Fisher Ames
- Nathaniel Thayer, Jr. (1808–1883