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State of Service: VT
Qualifying Service: Patriotic Service
Deacon Cephas Kent (Sr.) was one of the first settlers of Dorset in the area which, in part to his efforts, would later become the state of Vermont. A deeply religious man, he was a vehement opponent of the British monarchy and their claims in the colonies. In addition to being a religious leader he also owned and operated a tavern in which several meetings of historical importance were held. Among them a meeting of local communities who came together to form the Dorset Accords which provided the foundation for Vermonts eventual statehood, as well as the committee which was formed to muster the Green Mountain Boys (of which several of his sons would join) into service for the Continental Army and elect their leaders. He provided Patriotic Service and Civil Service to Vermont as a Selectman, a Member of the Committee of Safety, Board of War, and was an Advocate for Independence.
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