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On 8 Jul 1775 in the American Revolution for the Province of South Carolina, Isham enlisted in Rangers under Capt S. Wise & Col. Thomson. Isham taken was taken prisoner 9 Jan 1779. Served in militia during 1780 under Maj. Tristam Thomas & Col. Hicks & dragoon in cavalry under Col. Maham 1781 & 1782. S.C.H.& G., H., 174; A.A.3647; Y774; N.A.853. DAR Genealogical files lists Isham's service as Service: VIRGINIA Rank: PATRIOTIC SERVICE: Description: 1) PAID SUPPLY TAX, 1780, TOOK OATH of ALLEGIANCE. Hist of Patrick & Henry co., VA, Pedigo, P309,311; 1778-1780 TAX ISTS OF HENRY Co., VA, ADAMS, P39.
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