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David Wooster was born in Stratford, Connecticut Colony, on March 13, 1711 (Old Style).
Answer: True
The historical records indicate David Wooster's birth in Stratford, Connecticut Colony, on March 13, 1711, according to the Old Style calendar.
David Wooster pursued his higher education at Yale University, not Harvard.
Answer: True
David Wooster matriculated at Yale College in 1735 and graduated in 1738, indicating his academic affiliation was with Yale.
David Wooster's wife, Marie Clapp, was the daughter of the president of Yale University.
Answer: True
Marie Clapp's father, Thomas Clapp, served as the president of Yale University during the period of David Wooster's marriage.
According to the source, David Wooster was born in Stratford, Connecticut Colony, on March 13, 1711 (Old Style).
Answer: In Stratford, Connecticut Colony, on March 13, 1711 (Old Style).
This information is directly provided in the source material regarding his birth.
What institution did David Wooster attend for his formal education?
Answer: Yale College
David Wooster matriculated at Yale College in 1735 and graduated in 1738.
Who was David Wooster's wife, and what was her father's significant role?
Answer: Marie Clapp, daughter of the president of Yale University.
David Wooster married Marie Clapp, daughter of Thomas Clapp, the president of Yale University.
David Wooster's primary recognition stems from his service during the American Revolutionary War, not the Spanish-American War.
Answer: True
While David Wooster served in various conflicts, his most significant contributions and recognition are associated with the American Revolutionary War. The Spanish-American War occurred over a century after his death.
David Wooster's early military service included commanding a *guarda-costa* vessel utilized for coastal protection.
Answer: True
As captain of a *guarda-costa*, David Wooster was responsible for the colonial defense against maritime threats.
David Wooster participated in the Siege of Louisbourg in 1745 during King George's War, not the Siege of Quebec.
Answer: True
Historical accounts place David Wooster's participation in the 1745 Siege of Louisbourg, a significant event within King George's War.
Following his service in the Siege of Louisbourg, David Wooster traveled to England, not Spain, to receive a commission in the British Army.
Answer: True
Upon completion of his duties related to the Siege of Louisbourg, Wooster proceeded to England where he secured a commission in the British Army.
During the French and Indian War, David Wooster commanded the 3rd Connecticut Regiment, not the 1st.
Answer: True
Historical records confirm that David Wooster commanded the 3rd Connecticut Regiment during the French and Indian War.
The *guarda-costa* was indeed a type of naval vessel employed for coastal defense.
Answer: True
These vessels played a role in colonial maritime security.
David Wooster commanded the 3rd Connecticut Regiment during the French and Indian War.
Answer: True
This command highlights his significant role in the provincial forces during that conflict.
David Wooster served as captain of a provincial regiment led by Andrew Burr during the Siege of Louisbourg.
Answer: True
This service occurred in 1745, shortly after his marriage.
During which conflict did David Wooster serve as captain of a *guarda-costa*?
Answer: The war between Britain and Spain (1739)
He served as captain of a *guarda-costa* during the war between Britain and Spain (1739).
What significant military action did David Wooster participate in shortly after his marriage in 1745?
Answer: The Siege of Louisbourg
He participated in the Siege of Louisbourg in 1745.
How did David Wooster obtain a captaincy in the British Army following the Siege of Louisbourg?
Answer: He met King George II in England and was granted the commission.
He met King George II in England and was granted the commission.
During the French and Indian War, what was David Wooster's rank and the regiment he commanded?
Answer: Colonel, 3rd Connecticut Regiment
He commanded the 3rd Connecticut Regiment with the rank of Colonel.
What was the primary role of the *guarda-costa* mentioned in David Wooster's early career?
Answer: A ship for coastal protection and defense against threats like Spanish attacks.
Its role was coastal protection and defense against threats like Spanish attacks.
Which of the following battles is NOT listed in the source as involving David Wooster?
Answer: Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga is not listed as involving David Wooster.
At the commencement of the Revolutionary War, David Wooster was involved in a notable encounter with Benedict Arnold regarding militia weapons stores in New Haven.
Answer: True
This confrontation occurred in April 1775, shortly after the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
'Powder House Day' serves as an annual commemoration of the significant event involving Wooster and Arnold over militia armaments.
Answer: True
The confrontation between David Wooster and Benedict Arnold in New Haven is commemorated annually as 'Powder House Day'.
David Wooster's initial commission in the Continental Army was as a Major General, not a Colonel.
Answer: True
While he held the rank of Colonel in the French and Indian War, his initial Continental Army commission was as a Major General.
David Wooster assumed command of Montreal following its capture during the 1775 invasion of Canada.
Answer: True
Wooster's command of Montreal occurred during the Continental Army's campaign in Quebec in 1775.
David Wooster's administration in Montreal did not improve relations with the local population; rather, it led to frustration.
Answer: True
Wooster's policies regarding Loyalist activities inadvertently alienated even sympathetic residents of Montreal.
David Wooster was acquitted of charges of incompetence following a court-martial concerning his tenure in Montreal.
Answer: True
The court-martial proceedings cleared Wooster of the allegations of incompetence during his command in Montreal.
David Wooster led reinforcements to Quebec City in April 1776, prior to the Continental Army's subsequent retreat.
Answer: True
Wooster's arrival with reinforcements preceded the major retreat from Quebec City in May 1776.
Upon returning to Connecticut, David Wooster was appointed to command the state's entire provincial militia.
Answer: True
This command placed him as the highest-ranking officer responsible for Connecticut's defense.
David Wooster's highest rank in the Continental Army was Brigadier General, not Major General.
Answer: True
He held the rank of Major General in the Connecticut militia but achieved Brigadier General in the Continental Army.
David Wooster's tenure in Montreal did not improve relations with Loyalists; rather, his policies caused frustration.
Answer: True
His efforts to manage Loyalist activities inadvertently strained relationships with the local population.
What event is commemorated annually in New Haven concerning David Wooster and Benedict Arnold?
Answer: Powder House Day
The confrontation over militia weapons stores is commemorated as 'Powder House Day'.
What was David Wooster's rank upon his initial appointment to oversee Connecticut militia companies for New York City's defense?
Answer: Major General
He was appointed Major General of the Connecticut militia for this role.
In which campaign did David Wooster participate in the Siege of Fort St. Jean and subsequently command Montreal?
Answer: The invasion of Canada in 1775
This occurred during the 1775 invasion of Canada.
What was the consequence of David Wooster's administration in Montreal concerning local relations?
Answer: It led to frustration among locals due to policies on Loyalist activities.
His administration led to frustration among locals due to policies on Loyalist activities.
Why was David Wooster court-martialed following his command in Montreal?
Answer: For alleged incompetence during his tenure.
He was court-martialed on charges of alleged incompetence during his tenure.
What transpired shortly after David Wooster brought reinforcements to Quebec City in April 1776?
Answer: General John Thomas arrived, and British reinforcements forced a retreat.
General John Thomas arrived, and British reinforcements forced a retreat.
What role did David Wooster assume upon returning to Connecticut after the Canada campaign?
Answer: He oversaw the state's entire provincial militia.
He oversaw the state's entire provincial militia.
What was the outcome of the court-martial concerning David Wooster's command in Montreal?
Answer: He was acquitted of the charges.
He was acquitted of the charges.
The primary objective of General William Tryon's expedition to Danbury was to raid and destroy a Continental Army supply depot, not to capture the town for a strategic base.
Answer: True
General Tryon's forces were tasked with destroying military supplies stored in Danbury.
During the Danbury raid, David Wooster led a detachment to harass the rear of the retreating British forces, rather than engaging the main force directly at Danbury.
Answer: True
Wooster's strategy was to impede the British withdrawal, not to confront their main body in the town.
David Wooster was mortally wounded while leading a detachment to harass the rear of the British artillery near Ridgefield.
Answer: True
The engagement near Ridgefield occurred as the British were retreating from Danbury.
David Wooster died in Danbury, Connecticut, on May 2, 1777, expressing his confidence in the eventual victory of the American cause.
Answer: True
His final words reflected his unwavering belief in the success of the Revolution.
The Battle of Ridgefield constituted David Wooster's final military engagement.
Answer: True
He sustained mortal wounds during this battle, leading to his death shortly thereafter.
David Wooster's final words expressed confidence in the future of the American Revolution, not despair.
Answer: True
His reported last words conveyed hope for American independence.
What was the primary objective of General William Tryon's British expedition to Danbury in April 1777?
Answer: To raid and destroy a Continental Army supply depot.
The objective was to raid and destroy a Continental Army supply depot.
How did David Wooster attempt to counter the British during their retreat from Danbury?
Answer: He led a detachment to harass the rear of the retreating column.
He led a detachment to harass the rear of the retreating column.
Where was David Wooster mortally wounded?
Answer: Near Ridgefield, Connecticut
He was mortally wounded near Ridgefield, Connecticut.
What were David Wooster's reported final words?
Answer: 'I am dying, but with a strong hope and persuasion that my country will gain her independence.'
'I am dying, but with a strong hope and persuasion that my country will gain her independence.'
David Wooster's grandson, Charles Whiting Wooster, achieved the distinction of becoming Commander-in-Chief of the Chilean Navy.
Answer: True
The lineage of David Wooster includes notable figures such as his grandson, Charles Whiting Wooster, who attained a high naval command in Chile.
The Continental Congress resolved to erect a monument in memory of General David Wooster, but it was not immediately, nor ever, implemented.
Answer: True
Despite the Congressional resolution, no monument was constructed by the Continental Congress.
David Wooster's grave was identified in 1854, which subsequently led to the construction of a monument in Danbury.
Answer: True
The identification of his burial site prompted efforts to memorialize his contributions.
The site where David Wooster sustained his mortal wounds is marked by a monument located on Connecticut Route 116.
Answer: True
This location commemorates the specific spot of his final military action.
Phillis Wheatley composed a poem honoring David Wooster, which was subsequently sent to his widow.
Answer: True
This literary tribute reflects the esteem in which Wooster was held by contemporaries.
Wooster Square in New Haven was named in honor of General David Wooster during the late 18th century.
Answer: True
This designation reflects Wooster's historical significance to the city of New Haven.
The city of Wooster, Ohio, bears the name of General David Wooster.
Answer: True
This naming convention highlights Wooster's enduring legacy beyond his native Connecticut.
Historian Ben Douglass, in 1878, described David Wooster as possessing 'rare intellectual culture and accomplished education,' contrary to lacking it.
Answer: True
Douglass's assessment provides a positive view of Wooster's intellectual capabilities.
David Wooster's monument in Danbury stands approximately 30 feet tall, not 15 feet.
Answer: True
The monument's substantial height reflects the significant efforts made to commemorate his legacy.
The inscription on David Wooster's monument unequivocally expresses his unwavering commitment to the American cause.
Answer: True
His final words, as inscribed, underscore his dedication to independence.
The 'Authority control databases' section provides links to standardized catalogs for biographical information, not specific family details.
Answer: True
These databases ensure consistent identification and management of biographical data across various archives.
The presence of Masonic symbols on Wooster's monument strongly suggests his membership in the Freemasons.
Answer: True
Such symbols are often included on monuments to indicate fraternal affiliations.
The description 'largely forgotten hero of the Revolution' implies that David Wooster's impact, while significant, has faded from common historical recognition, not that it was minimal.
Answer: True
This characterization suggests a disparity between his historical importance and his current public memory.
The Continental Congress's resolution to erect a monument to David Wooster was never successfully implemented.
Answer: True
Despite the resolution, no monument was constructed by the Congress.
What action did the Continental Congress take concerning a memorial for David Wooster?
Answer: They passed a resolution for a monument, but it was never implemented.
They passed a resolution for a monument, but it was never implemented.
When was David Wooster's grave identified, and what subsequent actions were taken?
Answer: In 1854, leading to the laying of a cornerstone for a monument by Connecticut.
His grave was identified in 1854, leading to the laying of a cornerstone for a monument by Connecticut.
Which of the following locations is NOT named in honor of David Wooster, according to the text?
Answer: Wooster Avenue in Philadelphia
Wooster Avenue in Philadelphia is not mentioned as being named in his honor.
How did historian Ben Douglass describe David Wooster in 1878?
Answer: As a man of rare intellectual culture and accomplished education.
He described Wooster as a man of rare intellectual culture and accomplished education.
What does the caption 'artist's conception, not made from life' imply regarding a 1776 mezzotint of David Wooster?
Answer: The portrait was created from memory or imagination, not direct observation.
It implies the portrait was created from memory or imagination, not direct observation.
What does the inclusion of 'classical Greek motifs' on David Wooster's monument suggest about the era's artistic influences?
Answer: The monument was influenced by ancient Greek art and ideals popular during the Revolutionary era.
It suggests the monument was influenced by ancient Greek art and ideals popular during the Revolutionary era.
David Wooster initially served the British Empire, including a commission in the British Army, before ultimately switching his allegiance to the United States.
Answer: True
This transition reflects the complex loyalties during the lead-up to the American Revolution.
Which wars are explicitly mentioned in the text as involving David Wooster?
Answer: King George's War, the French and Indian War, and the American Revolutionary War.
King George's War, the French and Indian War, and the American Revolutionary War are mentioned.