Macdonald, John. Interview with Tripp, Abigail Platt, 1760-1856; (1848-10-27). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 738. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 740 - October 27th. Mrs. Abigail Tripp of North Castle, aged 88: "My father, Benoni Platt, lived in this neighborhood and was a captain in Colonel Thomas's regi- -ment, during the Revolutionary war. - He was often out in service during the war. My husband, Benjamin Tripp was present when one Miller was killed a short distance east of Smith's Tavern. I …