Highlights of Sam Mason's Life
In the waning light of the 18th century, the border between hero and outlaw was as muddy as the Ohio River. Sam Mason stood astride it.
Walk through the key events of Sam Mason’s life—from his military roots to his notorious downfall. Explore historic moments and real frontier locations.
1739, Nov 8
1754
Age:15
- 1754
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Living in father's home near Charles Town, WV, Jefferson Co, earlier Frederick Co and Berkeley Co |
1758
1762, Sep 5
1767
1767, Jul 18 or 19
1771, Apr 29
1773
Age:34
- 1773
Moved to Ohio County, VA (now Wheeling Creek, WV), bought 2 claims from Paul Stull, 1 from James Clarke
1774, Mar 31
1774, May
1776, Aug 11 or 12
1777, Jan 7
1777, Jan
1777, Jan-Mar
Age:37
- 1777, Jan-Mar
Established road connecting Fort Henry to Shepherds Fort, at the first forks of Wheeling Creek via Mason's bottom
1777, May-Sep
1777, Jun 8
1777, Jul 17
1777, Aug 12
1777, Aug 22 rev
1777, Sep 1
1778
1778
1778
1078, Mar 1
1778,Apr 7
1778, Jun 2
1778, Jul
1778, Aug 4
1778, Nov 2
1779, Mar 3
1779, Mar 14
1779, May 3
1779, Aug-Sep