Richard fought during the Revolutionary War. He enlisted in the Third Regiment on 17 February 1779 under Capt. Joseph Warley and was missing in action at Savannah on 9 October 1779. S.C.H.&G., V, 149; N.A.246; N.A.853.1 2
Sources: Roster Of South Carolina Patriots Revolutionary War Service Records, Footnote.com
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