John Paulding
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For the sculptor, see John Paulding (sculptor).
John Paulding (October 16, 1758 – February 18, 1818) was an American militiaman from the state of New York during the American Revolution. In 1780, he was one of three men who captured Major John André, a British spy associated with the treason of Continental general and commandant of West Point Benedict Arnold. Andre was convicted and hanged.[1][2]
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Born | (1758-10-16)October 16, 1758 |
Died | February 18, 1818(1818-02-18) (aged 59) |
Spouses | Sarah Tidd
(m. 1781; died 1789)Esther Ward
(m. 1790; died 1804)Hester Denike (m. 1806) |
Children | 19, including Hiram |
Parent | Joseph Paulding |
Relatives | James Kirke Paulding (cousin) William Paulding Jr. (cousin) |
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