Roger Woolford came to the American colonies in 1661. He received land grants in Somerset and Dorchester counties Maryland. His family grew and his family wealth grew over the early years of the British colonies. As was traditional, the wealthy members of the community funded the local militia. Roger Woolford, Jr. held the title of Colonel of the Dorchester County Militia.

When the Revolutionary War began, General George Washington called on local militias to join the Continental Army. Colonel Thomas Woolford answered the call and joined the Revolutionary War on January of 1776. He served seven years in the Continental army.

This presentation tells the history of the Woolford Family of Sommerset and Dorchester Counties from the time Roger Woolford landed in Virginia in 1661 through the Revolutionary War to his descendants who are living today. Three hundred and sixty two years on history in one hour. Don’t miss it!