Benjamin Woodworth

Benjamin Woodworth , also known as Uncle Ben, was a Captain in the War of 1812, hotelier, a pioneer of the city of Detroit, and member of the Woodworth political family.

Benjamin was born on December 29, 1782, the son of Benjamin Woodworth, an American Revolution soldier, and Abigail Bryant. He was the brother of Samuel Woodworth. He learned the carpenter trade in Boston during his time in Massachusetts.

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