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John Freeman, an African American Revolutionary War Soldier from Ipswich

December 12, 2025July 27, 2026 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

John Freeman, son of enslaved Peter and Jane Freeman of Ipswich, enlisted into the militia of the Revolutionary War in the year 1777, and served in Rhode Island, Providence and Cambridge.

Posted in Revolutionary WarTagged 1776, Bunker Hill, freeman, Peter Salem, Revolutionary War, slavery

Honoring the Freeman family of Ipswich

July 18, 2024January 31, 2025 Gordon HarrisLeave a comment

Descendants of the enslaved Freeman family of Ipswich will gather at First Church in Ipswich for presentations and discussion, followed by the unveiling of historic plaques honoring the family and their son John Freeman, a black Revolutionary War soldier. The public is cordially invited. Light refreshments will be available.

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Ipswich MA historic photos by William Varrel

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