Dedication of Revolutionary War Burials

Dedication of Tazewell County
Revolutionary War Burials

Saturday, May 30th • 10·00 AM
Antioch Cemetery
Intersection of Townline & Antioch Roads
Tremont, Ilinois

In celebration of America’s 250^th Anniversary,
Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society
has commissioned five stone memorials honoring
Revolutionary War Veterans who are laid to rest in our county.

These historic sites—long overlooked—will now stand as visible
tributes near cemetery entrances, ensuring their legacy
is remembered for generations to come.

– Dedication Highlights –

Remarks from student descendents of Revolutionary War Veterans
Presentations by Veteran Organizations  & Public Officials
Historical Biographies by Susan Rynerson of the
Tazewell County Genealogical & Historical Society

– Honored Veterans & Burial Sites –

David Shipman -Antioch Cemetery, Tremont
Elliot Gray -Deacon Cemetery, Morton
James Broyhill – Tennessee Point Cemetery, Tremont
Moses Hoskins – Dillon Cemetery, Dillon
Samuel McClintock– Woodrow Cemetery, South Pekin

Join Us—
Be part of this meaningfiil moment as we honor
the men who helped secure our nation’s freedom.
All are welcome!