Major John Pitcairn - Out of Place Graves on Waymarking.com

British Major John Pitcairn was shot at the Battle of Bunker Hill in Boston, Massachusetts. His son brought him to the Old North Church where he died and was put in a crypt with colonial soldiers he fought against. His widow requested that his remains be shipped back to London, however, the wrong remains were sent. The Americans know his remains are still here, but John's widow never recognized the fact that she buried a stranger and that her husband is still in America, at The Old North Church; alongside men he fought against. The following links will give you a piece of this history:
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The crypt tour guide at The Old North Church touches on the story of Major John Pitcairn. The above website gives you exact description of where to find Major Pitcairn's crypt and also includes photos of what you would see if you went on the crypt tour. A photo of the church will suffice in logging this waymark since his crypt is directly underneath.

First Name: John Last Name: Pitcairn Born: 12/28/1722 Died: 06/17/1775

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