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William Wanton
Rhode Island colonial governor (1670–1733) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Wanton (September 15, 1670 – December 1733)[1] was a governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, serving a short term prior to his death. He spent most of his adult life in the civil and military service of the colony and commanded a sloop for chasing privateers.
Quick Facts 20th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, Preceded by ...
William Wanton | |
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![]() Official portrait in the Rhode Island State House | |
20th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
In office 1732–1733 | |
Preceded by | Joseph Jenckes |
Succeeded by | John Wanton |
Personal details | |
Born | September 15, 1670 Scituate, Massachusetts |
Died | December 1733 (1734-01) (aged 63) Newport, Rhode Island |
Resting place | Clifton Burying Ground, Newport |
Spouse(s) | Ruth Bryant Mary Godfrey |
Occupation | Assistant, Deputy, Colonel of militia, Speaker of House of Deputies, Governor |
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