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Ellery, William |
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Ellery, William, 1727–1820, political leader in the American Revolution, signer of the Declaration of Independence, b. Newport, R.I. While a member of the Continental Congress (1776–81, 1783–85), Ellery distinguished himself in committee work pertaining to naval and commercial affairs.
BibliographySee biography by W. M. Fowler, Jr. (1973). Ellery, William (1727–1820) Revolutionary statesman; born in Newport, R.I. He was admitted to the bar in 1770. He served Rhode Island as a delegate to the Continental Congress (1776–81, 1783–85). He signed the Declaration of Independence. He was collector of the port of Newport (1790–1820). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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