Thomas B. Craighead
1753–1824 (age 71)
Biography
Thomas B. Craighead was a man of the Revolutionary and early American era whose life encompassed the founding of the nation and its early development. His years reflected the experiences of those who lived through the transformation of the colonies into an independent republic and the establishment of American institutions.
Craighead's burial at Spring Hill Cemetery preserves his memory within the historical landscape of his region. Though extensive records of his individual accomplishments may be limited, he represents the many citizens whose lives and contributions formed the social foundation of early America.