Jacob Bayley

Location: Newbury
Tag(s): Early Settlement
Historical Category: Military History
Video Date: 07/11/19

Newbury is one of the earliest settled towns in Vermont. Named by General Jacob Bayley, Newbury became a frontier during the American Revolution- the site of many raids. As a devout patriot, General Jacob Bayley also became a symbol of staunch resistance against the British.

This Place in History is produced in partnership by Local 22 & Local 44 (www.mychamplainvalley.com) and the Vermont Historical Society.

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