Jacob Decker vs Jacob Deckard
I am trying to separate Jacob Decker and Jacob Deckard.
Jacob Decker was noted as a Sargent Major in the American Revolution.
Jacob Deckard was noted as a Private in the American Revolution.
Both Jacob Decker and Jacob Deckard were listed in Clark's Illinois Regement.
Sargent Major Jacob Decker died around October 1780.It is unknown if it was due to battle, injury, or other causes.
Private Jacob Deckard mustered out in or around December 1781
Both are noted in the Historical Register of Soldiers - Sailors - Marines1775 - 1783by:John H. Gwathmey
Some researchers claim they are one of the same, but according to my research and documents this is not possible.
1) The ranks of both men vary differenly
2) One died in 1780
3) One mustered out in 1781
4) Jacob Deckard is shown as receiving money from the Auditors Office on July 30, 1784 in the amount of 2..11..6
Can someone give me some information on Sargent Major Jacob Decker.His age, place of birth, and children etc. so I can compare my notes.
It is thought that this Jacob Decker has descendant in and around Decker, Indiana