SPECIAL NOTE: The heroic Captain Hiram Burt and his incredible story are featured in my new book. Introduction and Dedication Capt. Hiram Burt (1812-1866) Hiram Burt was born on November 3, 1812, in Taunton, Bristol County, Massachusetts, to Enos Burt (1760-1822) and Hannah Haskins (1774-1843).  He was the second youngest of 10 siblings and had … Continue reading Captain Hiram Burt