The Founders of Hartford
John Pierce was a landholder in 1639 “by courtesie of the town.” His home-lot was on the east side
of the road to the Cow Pasture, but it was given to Robert Wade, before Feb. 1639-40. He evidently did not remain long
in Hartford, but where he settled is unknown. It is thought that he may have served in the Pequot War, as he owned a
lot in the Soldier's Field, which he sold to Richard Goodman. Dec. 1642, “It was agreed by the town that
William Clarke shall hafe John Pearces allotment.”
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