Source:Jacobs, Moira Ann. Profiles of Patriots: A Biographical Reference of American Revolutionary War

"Profiles of Patriots: A Biographical Reference of American Revolutionary War Patriots and their Descendants" is a compilation of 39 biographies of American Revolutionary War patriots and includes an introduction and brief history of the El Palo Alto Chapter of the DAR and its founders. This book is a commemorative work celebrating the Chapter's 100th Anniversary of its founding. Each patriot biography summarizes the patriot's service record in the War of Independence as well as key biographical information. In addition, each author of these biographies is a direct descendant of the patriot and provides a summary of their lineage. This book provides a unique look into the history of these rank and file soldiers, officers and other patriots who contributed to the formation of our country as well as insights into their descendants' migrations over many generations.

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