Denison, Gideon, Captain

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Birth

Gideon was born on February 4, 1796 a son of Henry Denison and Mary Gallup. His siblings were:

  • Sarah Denison born December 9, 1780
  • Henry Denison born May 15, 1783
  • Mary Denison born in 1785
  • Daniel Denison born March 31, 1787
  • Mary Denison born May 17, 1789
  • Lois Denison born in 1797
  • Esther Denison born May 22, 1800

Marriage & Children

Gideon did not marry.

Military

Although no records are currently available, Gideon served in the War of 1812 and achieved the rank of Captain.

His father was a Revolutionary War soldier.

Death

He died on February 18, 1826 and is buried near his family at the High Point Cemetery in Knox.

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