Revolutionary War @ Bethel
Alexander Eakin

Alexander Eakin
Revolutionary War Soldier
Buried at Bethel PCA Cemetery
Born 1743 - Died 1806
Age 63
Served in Capt. Joseph Howe's company (later Col. Howe).
He participated in the battle of King's Mountain
witnessing Ferguson's defeat and death.
He was also present at the defeat of Lt. Col. Sumter
at the Battle of Fishing Creek.
He served under Gen. Henderson at the "Congarees" from
June 1, 1782 - July 11, 1782,
and also under Gen. Williamson at Briar Creek.