If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to feedback@findagrave.com and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Verify and try again. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. We were unable to submit your feedback at this time. [6]  In March Woodhull sent intelligence on British plans to raid the port of New London, Connecticut. Tallmadge and his commander, Brig. Gen. Charles Scott, added their own comments and couriers then sped the messages to Washington at Continental Army headquarters in New Jersey. To suggest a correction or addition, visit the memorial page and click Suggest Edits. Failed to delete memorial. Makes me feel resentful, though, at our Long Island schools. 2. He was a Presbyterian, occuping a "Pew of Authority" in the old church and doing much toward the building of the new church. “We live in daily fear of death and destruction, this added to my usual anxiety hath almost unmanned me,” Woodhull wrote to Tallmadge in June. Abraham Woodhull, spy for General George Washington, nearly got himself hanged on one of his first missions. Is this just presumed to be legend or myth now? 16, accessed April 19 2014 via http://etext.virginia.edu. [12] Tallmadge to Washington, April 21, 1779, GW Papers, accessed ‎March ‎29, ‎2014 via http://memory.loc.gov; Rose, Washington’s Spies, 128. JESSE SMITH WOODHULL was born 5-FEB-1796 in Suffolk County, and he m. ANNA MARIA BREWSTER before 1820. Unfortunately, several British officers decided to billet at Woodhull’s farm at the same time and a violent storm prevented Brewster from retrieving Tallmadge. Immediate Family: Son of (Captain) Abraham Cooper Woodhull, Esq and Mary Anna (Smith) Woodhull. His father was a local judge who was linked to Patriot politics. You need a Find a Grave account to add things to this site. By the end of October he recruited his brother-in-law Amos Underhill, owner of a Manhattan boarding house, to gather information from his British Army lodgers. This Memorial conceived and erected by Mayflower Chapter - DAR Setauket, L. I., N.Y. - June 25, 1936 Woodhull served as a lieutenant in the Suffolk County militia for a short period of time in the fall of 1775 but resigned after a few months. Also an additional volunteer within fifty miles. It was organized by Major Benjamin Tallmadge and two main members of the ring were Abraham Woodhull, under the pseudonym of Samuel Culper Sr., and Robert Townsend, who used the pseudonym of Samuel Culper Jr. Highwaymen on the road near the town of Huntington robbed him of all of his money in early April 1779, and Woodhull told Tallmadge that he felt “a life of anxiety to be within . He had three children with his wife Mary, lived prosperously as a Suffolk County judge, and died in 1826. Journal of the American Revolution also produces annual hardcover volumes, a branded book series, and the podcast, Dispatches. His parents were Judge Richard Woodhull and Mary Woodhull (née Smith). One night Woodhull was drafting a report with the new ink while British officers were still in his house and Tallmadge hid in the woods. Year should not be greater than current year. Father of Richard Lawrence Woodhull and Fred Woodhull. Woodhull became one of Washington’s best spies, knowing all the while that he was one step away from a noose. It is likely that the hidden letters, became brittle and fell off. Tallmadge’s recruitment of Woodhull enabled them to put their plans into action. That he has gone so far beyond his promise makes me rather uneasy on his account.”[17]  And the ever-frugal general often testily reminded his spies not to waste the expensive disappearing ink and to find ways to communicate their intelligence faster. Oops, something didn't work. Suddenly the door to his room flung open and two people burst into his room. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Abraham Woodhull was born in Setauket in 1750 to parents from two of Long Island's prominent families. After the war ended in December 1783, Woodhull stayed in Setauket. To appear as a devoted subject of King George III he publically took an oath of loyalty in Setauket. [14] Culper to Bolton, June 5, 1779, GW Papers, accessed ‎March ‎29, ‎2014 via http://memory.loc.gov (second letter dated June 5). If so, how did this myth get created? Colonel John Graves Simcoe, commander of the Loyalist Queen’s American Rangers, promptly launched a raid to grab the spy. Abraham Woodhull was born on October 7th 1750 in Setauket, New York, on Long Island. GREAT NEWS! [1] Samuel Culper to Brig. Bakeless did not provide a primary source for Townsend’s employment as a journalist for Rivington so this part of Townsend’s role is unclear. Woodhull’s marriage to Mary Smith in November may have reinforced his decision; as a family man, he had more to lose than his own life. He was a man of integrity punctual and precise in his business relations. Husband of Anna Maria Brewster; Hannah Skidmore and Charity A. Smith. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 20 photos to this memorial. While this piece underscores some of the glaring inaccuracies of the TV series TURN, it also highlights the intrigue and anxiety spies like Woodhull must have experienced day to day. Students deserve to know about their hometown heroes. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Abraham Woodhull, spy for General George Washington, nearly got himself hanged on one of his first missions. Are there transcriptions at any other accessible digital websites? William Dawes Facts and Accomplishments ← Previous. In late July the agents reported that the British knew about the expected fleet and were moving naval forces to counter a planned French attack on Rhode Island. Posted on Last updated: July 9, 2019 By: Author Russell Yost. × Try again later. He died in 1835 at … [21], In 1781 British and Loyalist units still patrolled Long Island and though Woodhull continued reporting, he remained concerned about his safety. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Washington planned a naval attack on New York City and pressed Tallmadge for Woodhull to “at all times keep his attention on changes of situation, or the new positions which may be taken by the enemy. In October of 1778 after swearing allegiance to the crown, he began spying for the Patriots and reporting to Gen. George Washington. He was Fifth generation from Richard Woodhull, the original grantee of a large portion of Brookhaven Town. Throughout history once the conflict is over, the perceived value of infantrymen and intelligence agents are always called into question. [6] Culper to Tallmadge, February 26, 1779, GW Papers, accessed ‎January ‎26, ‎2014, via http://memory.loc.gov. By that time Washington and Tallmadge had developed other agents in New York City and the Culper Ring’s role diminished. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Tallmadge wrote Washington on October 11, 1780 that Arnold knew “not a single link in the chain of my correspondence,” but that the Culper operatives were “too apprehensive of danger to give their immediate usual intelligence.”[20]  Woodhull and Townsend laid low but returned to providing information. About Abraham Woodhull . This account has been disabled. Woodhull was in New York City when the Loyalist troops came to his house, but he later reported how his 66 year-old father was home, and that Simcoe “plundered him in a most shocking manner.”  Woodhull escaped Simcoe’s wrath by arranging for a prominent local Loyalist to vouch for his character. So, perhaps there are some parts of the Culper Ring, we will never know…, Your email address will not be published. In late August, Woodhull received an unexpectedly early release from jail by order of Connecticut Governor Jonathan Trumbull. [23] Culper to Tallmadge, February 21, 1783, GW Papers, accessed April 27 2014 via http://memory.loc.gov. GREAT NEWS! After the death of his wife, ANNA MARIA, JESSE m. CHARITY SMITH. However, I have come across letters that have the “sympathetic stain” across entire pages. Moments later he realized that the intruders were his nieces, playing a game to surprise their uncle, and successfully so. Abraham Woodhull and Anna Strong Revisited. With the new spy permanently in place in New York City, Woodhull assumed the role of the leader of the operation, passing on instructions from Tallmadge and occasionally meeting Townsend in New York. "Woodhull Genealogy: The Woodhull Family in England and America", Mary Gould Woodhull and Frances Bowes Stevens, Henry T. Coates & Co., Philadelphia, PA, 1904 "Nathaniel Woodhull, (General), fourth generation from Richard Wodhull I., Patentee of Brookhaven, Long Island, was the eldest son of Nathaniel Wodhull and Sarah Smith. JMS – you are correct – as with any untranscribed 18th century documents, reading and understading the Culper letters is a tough task. The covert activities began in 1778 and they were charged with reporting on the troop movements through New York. Woodhull was a staunch loyalist when the American Revolution began, and his eldest son Thomas was killed in 1773 while serving in the British Army and putting down a riot at King's College. Other writers and researchers associated with the JAR no doubt have other, and better, techniques. How he’d run around with Anna, and he’d secretly proposed only having to call it off for the sake of his family’s word. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. What better way to get back at the enemy, Tallmadge might have said, than by spying on the British under their own noses and helping the American cause? Through our research, we have found and connected other lines that were missing from Mary Gould's book "Woodhull Genealogy: The Woodhull Family in England and America". On a somewhat more practical level I also adjust the contrast on the images, which makes the handwriting more clear. [13]  The respite was ill-timed; Woodhull missed most of the signs that the British were beginning an offensive to seize control of the Hudson River, and the campaign of 1779 began with Washington unaware of Clinton’s plans. Application of another solution “developed” the ink to reappear. [21] Carl Van Doren, Secret History of the American Revolution: An Account of the Conspiracies of Benedict Arnold and Numerous Others, Drawn from the Secret Service Papers of the British Headquarters in North America, now for the First Time Examined and Made Public (Garden City, NY, Garden City Publishing, 1941), 380. Enter a valid email address and a feedback message. [23]  Woodhull’s expense report submitted in July was the final curtain on his clandestine service.[24]. But the event convinced the spy of his “constant danger” and he curtailed operations. Woodhull somehow successfully answered the soldiers’ questions but the encounter still shook him to his bones. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. [15]  Tallmadge assigned Townsend the alias “Samuel Culper Junior.”. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Under the system that Tallmadge designed, Woodhull travelled to New York every few weeks on “business,” mixed with Crown soldiers, listened for news, and observed activities. Also, his cousin, Continental Brigadier-General Nathaniel Woodhull, died at the battle of Long Island in 1776. Before he left Connecticut, Woodhull was probably stunned when he received a visit from Benjamin Tallmadge, who he knew as a fellow Setauket native. He filled numerous important positions being Magistrate in Setauket many years, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas 1793-1799, First Judge of Suffolk Co. from 1799-1810. The family tree for Abraham Woodhull is still in the early stages of research. Eventually operating from Underhill’s boarding house, Woodhull so successfully played the part of a loyal but inquisitive farmer that he gained all of the information he needed, and more. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. It was an extraordinary and risky offer – both men knew that spying could be a short path to a hanging. His father was a local judge who was linked to Patriot politics. . Normally Woodhull was a farmer in the town of Setauket on Long Island’s north shore where he cared for his elderly parents. What leverage Tallmadge used to get Woodhull to consider the offer is unknown, but the major may have reminded Woodhull about the death of his cousin, General Nathaniel Woodhull, at British hands. He married Fanny Knapp. To protect their identities Tallmadge assigned aliases for their correspondence; Tallmadge went by “John Bolton” and Woodhull used the name “Samuel Culper.”  It was the beginning of what became known as “the Culper Ring.”, Woodhull was good at the espionage business. Still dedicated to his mission, in June Woodhull expanded the operation by recruiting 25 year-old Robert Townsend, a former lodger at the Underhill boarding house, as an additional agent. Startled, Woodhull sprang to his feet and snatched up his writing paper, breaking the vial of special ink on the floor. An ancillary benefit of reading the non-transcribed document, at least with some writers, is the unbelievable penmanship of some. What General Washington, the ultimate consumer of Culper Ring intelligence, thought of the operation is unclear. The correspondence between the general and Tallmadge shows that Washington often relied heavily on Culper Ring information during times of crisis. . Documents answer this question positively without doubt. I find that magnifying the zoom to 200% makes the cursive far more intelligible. At times, Rivington was also an American agent. In July 1778 Woodhull paid for his daring when a Continental naval patrol intercepted his boat and Rebel authorities threw him into a Connecticut jail. But how do you read the non-transcribed Samuel Culper – John Bolton GW Papers via http://memory.loc.gov? These heroes get no mention whatsoever in our history books or lessons. Woodhull was probably preparing to make careful mental notes of Tryon’s camp when he unluckily stumbled upon a group of soldiers who immediately detained him and demanded to know why he was wandering around. No further information. Try again later. Failed to report flower. Early on, Woodhull had urged General Scott to “destroy every letter after reading for fear of some unforeseen accident that may befall you and the letter get into the enemies hands and probably find me out and take me before I have any warning.”[9]  A month later Tallmadge told Washington that Woodhull used “extreme caution and even timidity.”[10]  Woodhull particularly hated traveling the 50 miles to New York City because every trip put him at risk of questioning and discovery at military checkpoints. Plese check the I'm not a robot checkbox.'. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. [17] Washington to Tallmadge, September 22 1779, Writings of George Washington, Vol. We have a volunteer within fifty miles of your requested photo location. Even after resigning he sent seven more letters about British activities. Another of Tallmadge’s operatives was Caleb Brewster, a Continental artillery lieutenant and skilled mariner stationed on the Connecticut coast who previously supplied Washington with naval intelligence. In June, 1779, Abraham Woodhull, writing as Samuel Culper, reported that all but two mills in Suffolk County served the needs of the British. You can still file a request but no one will be notified. In early 1779 it took about a week for Woodhull’s letters to reach Washington, which was a substantial improvement to the pre-Culper Ring espionage efforts in New York City. Abraham Woodhull and Anna Strong Revisited. [10] Tallmadge to Washington, November 19, 1778, GW Papers, accessed ‎January ‎26, ‎2014, via http://memory.loc.gov. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Nor had the Americans uniformly mastered the techniques of successfully moving in and out of enemy territory. Try again. He visited Strong Tavern to pay off part of his debt to Selah Strong, Anna's husband. Thomas "Sprout" Woodhull (died August 24, 1814) was the son of Culper Ring spy and farmer Abraham Woodhull. Before 1776, Woodhull may have briefly served with a militia company, but there is … Try again later. [13] Culper to John Bolton, June 5, 1779, GW Papers, accessed ‎March ‎29, ‎2014 via http://memory.loc.gov; Rose, Washington’s Spies, 129. Great article. John Francis Woodhull, 8th died Benjamin Woodhull, 7th generation, born in the year 1834, the eldest son and second child ..." [22]  In the same letter he finally bowed out of the spy business. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. British forces on Manhattan obtained much of their supplies from the farms of Long Island, which meant that Woodhull could travel regularly to New York, ostensibly to sell his goods but really to observe military activities. GREAT NEWS! It was Brewster’s job to sail across the Sound, retrieve Woodhull’s communications from their hiding spot, and return the missives to Tallmadge in Rebel-held Connecticut. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. ). [2], Woodhull was to be a new type of American spy. [11] Culper to Tallmadge, April 101779, GW Papers, accessed ‎January ‎26, ‎2014, via http://memory.loc.gov. A Loyalist named John Wolsey returned to Long Island after a stint in a Connecticut prison for privateering and reported a rumor that Woodhull was working for the Rebels. Please select a county or city to continue. Death: 23 Jan 1826 (aged 75) ... Born in Setauket Oct. 7, 1750 in the original Woodhull homestead, son of Richard W. & Margaret Smith. Thanks for your help! The History Junkie's Guide to Adams County History and Genealogy. Sometimes historians give the Culper Ring credit for discovering Benedict Arnold was a traitor. There is much more to the story of the Culper Ring and intelligence activities in and around New York City. Woodhull was mildly supportive of the American cause but before 1778 the closest he came to the rebellion was an uneventful two-month stint in his county militia. They likely discussed Woodhull’s activities trading with the British. He married, February 30, 1863, Mary Amelia, daughter of Marcus Sears and Mary Caldwell. In early May 1779 Woodhull’s worst fears almost came true. Please reset your password. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Please contact Find a Grave at support@findagrave.com if you need help resetting your password. [9]  Culper to Scott, October 31, 1778, GW Papers, accessed ‎January ‎26, ‎2014, via http://memory.loc.gov. the lines of a cruel and mistrustful enemy.”[11]  Tallmadge had Brewster sail him to Setauket – an exceptionally dangerous move itself – so he could meet with Woodhull and allay his spy’s concerns. Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, USA. Possibly after testing his old friend’s allegiance, Tallmadge probably dropped his bomb; it was he who secured his early release from Governor Trumbull, and would Woodhull be willing to spy for the American cause? Then he wrote down his observations and hid them at a secluded cove near Setauket. Please try again later. While using the alias "Samuel Culper", he was a leading member of the American Culper Spy Ring on Long Island. Excellent sketch of the Culper Ring’s two Principal Agents Mike. [8], Yet for all of his success, the pressure of spying and leading a double life severely strained Woodhull. Our work has been featured by the New York Times, TIME magazine, History Channel, Discovery Channel, Smithsonian, Mental Floss, NPR, and more. He will inform me what new works are erected on Long Island besides those at Brooklyn, and where, and of what nature. Docents will lead a tour of the historic church, circa 1812, and its adjoining cemetery, which dates back to the 1600s. Journal of the American Revolution is the leading source of knowledge about the American Revolution and Founding Era. One example is from October 1779, when the Americans anticipated the arrival of a French fleet. Turn produced its best finale to-date with a suspenseful and shocking installment that followed the roads to execution for Major John Andre (JJ Feild) and Abraham Woodhull (Jamie Bell). [19] Culper to John Bolton, July 20, 1780, GW Papers, accessed April 20 2014 via http://memory.loc.gov; Rose, Washington’s Spies, 189-192. Fifth generation from Richard Woodhull, the original grantee of a large portion of Brookhaven Town. Categories Revolutionary War. Oftentimes the family trees listed as still in progress have derived from research into famous people who have a kinship to this person. [3] Washington to Brig. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. 1. He filed his last intelligence report, not written in code but still signed with the alias “Samuel Culper,” on February 21, 1783, while the British planned the war’s closing act, the evacuation of New York City. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. [22] Culper to Tallmadge, June 4, 1781, GW Papers, accessed ‎January ‎26, ‎2014 via http://memory.loc.gov. Abraham Woodhull of George Washington’s Spy Ring, genre artist William Sidney Mount and early settler Richard Floyd, grandfather of William Floyd, are buried here. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Woodhull received almost no formal education. He freed his slaves long before they were legally free. See Todd Andrlik’s James Rivington: King’s Printer and Patriot Spy? Gen. Charles Scott, October 31, 1778, George Washington Papers at the Library of Congress (hereafter, GW Papers), accessed January 26, 2014 via http://memory.loc.gov. [16] Washington to Tallmadge, October 6 1779, Writings of George Washington, Vol. Woodhull wrote, “I received their threats for coming there that made me almost tremble knowing my situation and business.”[1]  His statement only hinted at what he inwardly knew; that if the soldiers discovered his espionage mission, they would have hanged him without compunction. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. So interesting. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Add to your scrapbook. Family members linked to this person will appear here. English Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Dear Mr. History: Some say that George Washington lost more battles than... Mr. Neville’s perceptive and superbly written review makes me eager to read Mr. Waters’ new book! And the different writing styles of the Culper agents becomes apparant after reading a lot of the correspondence. Use the links under “See more…” to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. I wish also to know where their shipping lies, and if they appear to be taking measures and what measures for their security in case of a French fleet’s entering the harbor.”[16]  However as a commander who needed timely and accurate intelligence, Washington sometimes found Woodhull’s skittishness irritating, as he wrote to Tallmadge in September 1779, “I have been expecting for some time past a communication from Culper. I’m sure you know that the value of intelligence is often intangible, and therefore not always apparant until viewed with the benefit of hindsight. The tactic was sometimes effective but the information often lacked the detail, accuracy and timeliness that Washington needed. Soon after Benedict Arnold defected to the British, he directed the arrest of people in New York and Long Island that he suspected as American spies, based on his knowledge of Continental Army intelligence. There is a problem with your email/password. Your password must be at least 8 characters, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 16, accessed April 19 2014 via http://etext.virginia.edu. Certainly they had an emotional reunion and talked about the rebellion. Drag images here or select from your computer for Abraham Woodhull memorial. Place of Burial: Setauket, Suffolk, New York. [7]  Tallmadge added two couriers to the operation to speed the reports from New York City to Setauket. He used the alias "Samuel Culper", later "Samuel Culper, Sr.," a play on Culpeper County, Virginia suggested by George Washington. For help using the website visit our help page or contact support@findagrave.com. I’m no expert on deciphering such documents, but have found that understanding the language of the time and subject matter is helpful. If you have questions, please contact support@findagrave.com. [4]  In November he reported how Loyalist units were scouring local farms for wood and livestock. Hannah Caldwell’s Death: Accident or Murder? [19], But on the heels of this victory came a threat to their security. We have a volunteer within ten miles of your requested photo location. During the vis… Try again later. We feature smart, groundbreaking research and well-written narratives from expert writers. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Woodhull never spoke of his spying activities to anyone. At one point he neared an encampment of Loyalist soldiers commanded by General William Tryon. Place the pin on the map to plot a location. Abraham (originally Abram) is the common patriarch of the Abrahamic religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. There was an error deleting this problem. We’ve updated the security on the site. We have 2 volunteers within ten miles of your requested photo location. Sorry! He died October 10, 1881. Jeremiah Woodhull was the son of Abraham Odell (Odle) and Sarah Weiden. We were born of the surname Woodhull and finding our 'Woodhull' roots is our quest. Your email address will not be published. But there can be no doubt of Woodhull’s dedication. A system error has occurred. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. . Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Before 1776, Woodhull may have briefly served with a militia company, but there is little to tie him to either side of the war until his spying. [24] Culper to Tallmadge, July 5, 1783, GW Papers, accessed April 27 2014 via http://memory.loc.gov. He married his second wife Lydia Terry in 1824. based on information from your browser. But he probably never forgot that day in 1778 when he came very close to being hanged. . To add a flower, click the “Leave a Flower” button. But surely enlisting is as good as a death wish.” Abraham said softly, looking his teenaged son in the face and thinking about where he was at his age. He was the only child of this couple to use the Woodhull spelling. Both of those can help give you the context to figure out words and phrases that seem unintelligable. Failed to remove flower. The ink was a solution developed by John Jay’s brother, Sir James Jay. You might add that a…. 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