User:Mbern016/Benjamin Mooers

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Benjamin Mooers was a notable figure in the history of American forces during the American Revolution, as well as the Battle of 1812.

Chief Purchaser
In addition to his high-status among military operations, Benjamin Mooers' was known as a landowner in the areas surrounding the Champlain Valley. To the extent that he became known as the Chief Purchaser in the late 1780's. According to accounts of refugees who met with Mooers, he owned large masses of land for which he paid considerably low for. A large amount of the land owned by Mooers' was part of the Refugee Tract.

Lieutenant
Mooers' served as a lieutenant in the New York militia and the 2nd Canadian Regiment under his maternal uncle, Moses Hazen, during the American Revolutionary War.

Power of Attorney
Based on his status in the Champlain Valley, Mooers was given powers of attorney by many Canadian Refugees. These powers were delegated to him due to his ownership of nearly 40% of the refugee tract.

War General
Benjamin Mooers served as a general commander in the War of 1812. During this time, he directed troops to defend the United States Against Britain.

Presidential Elector
He served on the board of individuals who were designed to elect the president during the election on 1808.