Selbyville in Sussex County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
John McCabe
Patriot of the American Revolution
Photographed By Nate Davidson, March 31, 2010
1. John McCabe Marker
Born in 1727, and a resident of this area by the 1750s, John McCabe was among the first to enlist when Delaware's Continental Regiment was reorganized in the winter of 1776-1777. An ardent supporter of Independence, he served throughout the war. Noted for its bravery and discipline, the Delaware Regiment was exceeded by no other in length and continuity of service. Participants in nearly all of the major battles of the Revolution, they were often chosen for the most dangerous tasks. Their conduct earned them the praise of their superiors, and the respect of their enemies. Forced to endure great hardship, they played a key role in the struggle to establish our Nation. Greatly depleted in number, Private John McCabe and his victorious comrades returned to Delaware in January 1783. Following his discharge he returned to his home, where he resided until his death on January 20, 1800.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1783.
Location. 38° 27.867′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Salem United Methodist Church (approx. 0.4 miles away); Home of John G. Townsend, Jr. (approx. half a mile away); Captain Ebe Chandler House (approx. 3.7 miles away); Veterans Memorial (approx. 3.7 miles away); Frankford United Methodist Church (approx. 3.7 miles away); Antioch Camp Meeting (approx. 4.7 miles away); Old Sound Methodist Church (approx. 4.9 miles away); St. Martin's Church (approx. 5.1 miles away in Maryland). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Selbyville.
Additional keywords. Selbyville
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on January 6, 2011, by Nathan Davidson of Salisbury, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,597 times since then and 43 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on January 6, 2011, by Nathan Davidson of Salisbury, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
