“One of the most colorful and remarkable Ballinger family stories is the tale of how my direct ancestor, Joseph Ballinger Jr., became an American hero by supporting Major General Nathanael Greene’s army during the famed Battle of Guilford Court House in 1781 during the Revolutionary War.” AmericaRevolutionary WarBallingerZitaGuilfordNathanael Greene Book:Makers of America: A Personal Family History Source: Makers of America: A Personal Family History