Looking for any information on the Thomas BARNES who enlisted in Capt. Edward Jessup's Corps of Loyal American Rangers 1776-77. Birth date is 1761 or earlier for him to have become a soldier in 1776. Location may be southern Vermont, or upper Hudson Valley of NY (based on where he enlisted and fought). After the war I believe he removed to Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada, where presumably he died after 1835. He was probably the father of Gilbert BARNES and David BARNES; possibly related to Benjamin BARNES and John BARNES. (Benjamin and John could be his brothers or other sons). Marriage may have taken place in Canada some time before 1790 (David Barnes was born in 1790). I know this is a lot of speculation, but it's the best I've got so far. Any and all help will be appreciated! Judy Penski