Caleb Brewster

Caleb Brewster
Born
Caleb Brewster

(1747-09-12)September 12, 1747
DiedFebruary 13, 1827(1827-02-13) (aged 79)
Burial placeFairfield Cemetery, Fairfield, Connecticut
SpouseAnne Lewis
Children8 children
Espionage activity
AllegianceUnited States
Service branchContinental Army
U.S. Revenue-Marine
Codename725

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.