Caleb Brewster | |
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Born | Caleb Brewster September 12, 1747 |
Died | February 13, 1827 | (aged 79)
Burial place | Fairfield Cemetery, Fairfield, Connecticut |
Spouse | Anne Lewis |
Children | 8 children |
Espionage activity | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service branch | Continental Army U.S. Revenue-Marine |
Codename | 725 |
Caleb Brewster (September 12, 1747 – February 13, 1827) was a member of the Culper spy ring during the American Revolutionary War, reporting to General George Washington through Major Benjamin Tallmadge. He carried messages across Long Island Sound between Major Tallmadge and the ring's main spies on Long Island, New York, and in New York City. He also made direct reports to Washington concerning naval activities in the New York City area.