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William Ellery |
- Filed under:
- Revolution PeopleSigners of the Declaration of Independance
- Event date:
- December 22, 2025 (This event repeats every year)
- Location:
- Newport, Rhode Island
- Born:
- December 22, 1727 (298 years ago)
- Died:
- February 15, 1820 (92 years old)
Description:
William Ellery was an American lawyer and politician who signed the Declaration of Independence. Born on December 22, 1727, in Newport, Rhode Island, he represented Rhode Island in the Continental Congress and supported American independence from Britain. Ellery also served as a customs collector and was active in public affairs in Rhode Island. He died on February 15, 1820.