John Parker
Farmer
John Parker was a New England colonial farmer, smith, soldier, and colonial militia officer who commanded the Lexington, Patriot, colonial militia at the Battle of Lexington on April 19, 1775. Wikipedia
Born: July 13, 1729, Lexington, MA
Died: September 17, 1775 (age 46 years), Lexington, MA
Children: John Parker, Jr.
Parents: Lieutenant Josiah Parker and Anna Parker
Grandchild: Theodore Parker
Battles/wars: French and Indian War > Siege of Louisbourg; Battle of the Plains of Abraham;
Rank: Captain