Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. â The Hoosick Township Historical Society will unveil a New York State historic marker recognizing Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Harris S. Hawthorne at this yearâs Armed Forces Day celebration. The ceremony will take place at 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 15 at Liberty Memorial Park in Maple Grove Cemetery on Main Street. Hawthorne, a Hoosick area resident, was credited with capturing General G.W. Custis Lee, son of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, near the close of the Civil War on April 6, 1865. The event will also recognize men and women currently serving in all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. The Historical Society will host active and retired members representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard. A roll call at the ceremony will pay special tribute to the 104 Hoosick residents who gave their lives in service to the country throughout the townâs history.