John Cranston (governor)
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John Cranston (1625–1680) was a colonial physician, military leader, legislator, deputy governor and governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations during the 17th century.
Quick Facts 9th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, Preceded by ...
John Cranston | |
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9th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
In office 8 November 1678 – 12 March 1680 | |
Preceded by | William Coddington |
Succeeded by | Peleg Sanford |
6th and 9th Deputy Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
In office May 1672 – May 1673 | |
Governor | Nicholas Easton |
Preceded by | Dr. John Clarke |
Succeeded by | William Coddington |
In office May 1676 – 8 November 1678 | |
Governor | Walter Clarke Benedict Arnold William Coddington |
Preceded by | John Easton |
Succeeded by | James Barker |
2nd Attorney General of Rhode Island | |
In office May 1654 – May 1656 | |
Governor | Nicholas Easton Roger Williams |
Preceded by | William Dyer (before Coddington Commission) |
Succeeded by | John Easton |
Personal details | |
Born | 1625 |
Died | 12 March 1680 Newport, Rhode Island |
Resting place | Common Burying Ground, Newport |
Spouse | Mary Clarke |
Occupation | Physician, surgeon, deputy, assistant, major-general, deputy governor, governor |
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