LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring the Town of Fleming, New York, upon the
occasion of its dedication ceremony in honor of its founder, General
George Fleming, July 9, 2011

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize events of
significance which exemplify the history and development of the State of
New York; and
WHEREAS, Each and every city, town, village and hamlet within its
borders proudly resonates with the rich and noble history of the State
of New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commemorate
significant events which represent turning points in our unique history
and which are indelibly etched in the saga of our great Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor the
Town of Fleming, New York, upon the occasion of its dedication ceremony
in honor of its founder, General George Fleming; this auspicious occa-
sion will be celebrated on Saturday, July 9, 2011, at the Fleming Town
Hall in Fleming, New York; and
WHEREAS, Born in 1748, Brigadier General George Fleming's Revolution-
ary War service commenced when he received a 1st Lieutenant appointment
on March 16, 1776, in Knox's Regiment of the Continental Artillery; on
January 1, 1777, he was appointed Captain-Lieutenant in Captain Sebas-
tian Bauman's Company of Colonel John Lamb's Regiment of New York Artil-
lery and was assigned duties defending West Point, New York; and
WHEREAS, Brigadier General George Fleming was later assigned to the
staff of General Du Portail as part of the Lafayette French and American
forces, and fought at the siege of Yorktown, Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Appointed a Brevet Major in 1783, George Fleming became the
commander of the artillery unit at West Point in 1785; he subsequently
became the first commander and superintendent of the artillery school at
West Point, a precursor to the United States Military Academy; and
WHEREAS, In 1806, George Fleming established his home on Great Lot 95
in Aurelius (now Fleming), New York; the lot was provided to him for his
extraordinary service to the nation during the Revolutionary War; and
WHEREAS, During the War of 1812, George Fleming again served his coun-
try; he was appointed a Lieutenant Colonel in the New York State Militia
and defended Fort Oswego from the British from August 22, 1812, to Octo-
ber 29, 1812; he was the commander of American artillery forces at Fort
Erie from October 26, 1812, to December 24, 1812; and
WHEREAS, After his service in the War of 1812, George Fleming returned
to his home in Aurelius, New York, and was appointed Brevet Brigadier-
General of the New York State Militia in 1816; he died at his home on
October 1, 1822 at the age of 71; and
WHEREAS, On March 28, 1823, the Town of Fleming was created from the
original Town of Aurelius, and was so named in honor of General George
Fleming; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when events of
such historic significance are brought to our attention, they should be
recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of the rich history and enduring contribution
of the Town of Fleming to the heritage of the State of New York, it is
the intent of this Legislative Body to join in honoring the Town of
Fleming, New York, upon the occasion of its dedication ceremony in honor
of its founder, General George Fleming so that present and future gener-
ations may come to appreciate the unique significance which its history

plays in the progression of our State and Nation's evolution; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the Town of Fleming, New York, upon the occasion of its dedication
ceremony in honor of its founder, General George Fleming; and he it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Gary B. Searing, Supervisor, Town of Fleming, 2433 Dublin
Road, Auburn, New York 13021.