Revolutionary War Patriot Honored in Charleston
The Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter dedicated a commemorative plaque at the gravesite of Commodore John Cassin.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Civic
Members of the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter of the NSDAR gathered to honor Revolutionary War Patriot John Cassin. The group dedicated a tombstone plaque at the Saint Mary of Annunciation Church Cemetery in Charleston.
Why it matters
The ceremony recognized the military contributions of John Cassin, who served in both the Army and Navy during the American Revolution. His descendants attended the event to witness the tribute to his service as a privateer and naval officer.
John Cassin, who held the rank of Commodore, served as a mate aboard the privateer ship Mayflower in 1782. His service spanned the period during which 2,400 men were led by Washington at the Battle of Trenton.
The players
John Cassin
He was a Revolutionary War Patriot who served in the Army and Navy and achieved the rank of Commodore.
Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter
This is a local chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution that organized the dedication event.
Deedie Harrington
She serves as the Regent of the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter and led the dedication ceremony.
Sue Hanshaw
She serves as the Chaplin of the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter and participated in leading the dedication.
The details
Pythia Peay, Beth Lee, and Ivy Blake spent four years establishing the process for the marker at the Saint Mary of Annunciation Church Cemetery. The dedication ceremony was subsequently led by Regent Deedie Harrington and Chaplin Sue Hanshaw.
Timeline
July 16, 1760: John Cassin was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
December 26, 1776: The Battle of Trenton took place.
1782: John Cassin served as a mate aboard the privateer ship Mayflower.
March 24, 1822: John Cassin died in Charleston.
September 20, 2026: The tombstone plaque dedication ceremony occurred.
Industry Dynamics
The commemorative event serves as a local recognition of a veteran whose military career occurred during the period of the Battle of Trenton. It reflects a broader trend of private organizations working to preserve historical service records through site-specific dedications.
The public can visit the Saint Mary of Annunciation Church Cemetery to view the newly installed plaque commemorating the Revolutionary War era. This site remains accessible to residents and visitors interested in local history and the heritage of American naval officers.
The takeaway
Local historical commemorations play a key role in connecting modern residents to the legacy of revolutionary military service. Implementing similar research projects requires significant long-term coordination with historical societies and genealogical organizations.
Further reading
Learn more about local preservation efforts in the Civic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Post and Courier.
