Abraham Markoe (July 2, 1727 – August 28, 1806) was a Danish businessman living in Pennsylvania who actively supported American independence by founding the Philadelphia Light Horse, now known as the First City Troop, and presenting them with a regimental flag of thirteen stripes to represent the thirteen rebel colonies.
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2 July 1727 St. Croix, Danish West Indies
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Died |
28 August 1806 (aged 79)
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Zodiac | Cancer |
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