Black Revolutionary War veteran from New Haven to be celebrated

NEW HAVEN — Timothy Cesar, a black man from greater New Haven, fought for American freedom in the Revolutionary War.

On September 14, his descendents and local residents will celebrate his life and service with a 10 a.m. ceremony at Grove Street Cemetary.

Approximately 300 black men fought in the Continental Army, including Cesar, according to the modern-day 6th Connecticut Regiment, a non-profit re-enactment group.

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Black Revolutionary War veteran from New Haven to be celebrated

NEW HAVEN - Timothy Cesar, a black man from greater New Haven, fought for American freedom in the Revolutionary War. On September 14, his descendents and local residents will celebrate his life and service with a 10 a.m. ceremony at Grove Street Cemetary. Approximately 300 black men fought in the Co...