Peleg Babcock

Biography

Peleg Babcock lived during the formative years of the American republic, his life spanning from the colonial period into the early 19th century. His eighty-six years encompassed the Revolutionary War and the establishment of the new nation.

Babcock's memory is honored at West Leyden Cemetery. His long life represents the continuity of American communities through a transformative historical period, and his presence in the historical record reflects his place within his community.