Denison, Gideon, Captain
From Helderberg Hilltowns of Albany County, NY
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.
Capt. Gideon Denison who died Feb 18, 1826 age 33 years and 11 dayss
photo courtesy of Thomas Dunne
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