Hagey, John E. Section 28.4ID # 280352
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John E. Hagey 1748 � 1841 Born in Strasburg, Alsace, went to France 1777. Came to America with Genera Lafayette. Chosen as a companion and later a body guard for the General. Served in the French Light Horse and became famous in the Battle Of White Plains and the Siege of Yorktown and was dis- charged at Newcastle, N. Y. Went to Harrisburg, Pa. Became a U.S. Citizen. Married Catherine Ault. Migrated to Greensboro, N.C. Moved to Knoxville, Tenn. and then to Nashville where he lived the remainder of his life. In 1825, his work took him to Huntsville, Ala. for a short period. While there he learned his old General was to visit Nashville. He walked over 100 Miles to see Gen. Lafayette 44 years after his dis- charge. He was 77 at the time. Arrived at Nashville while the parade was in progress. Placing himself Properly as the General approached, Mr. Hagey bowed before him. Arose and was recognized and emotionally embraced by Lafayette. The crowd was moved to tears. John Hagey was member of McKendree M. E. Church. A devout Christian. He died In the Faith July 13, 1841. Was given a military funeral attended by 5000 people. Laid to rest 4 p.m. 7-14-1841.
Asleep in Jesus
This Marker by Dwight Bennett RRI Kokomo, Ind. Great-great-great grandson of John E. Hagey.
Recorded 2005
American Revolution Private. Served under Marquis de Lafayette Source: Revolutionary War Pension records
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