Nathaniel Gorham
American businessman and politician 1738-1796 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Nathaniel Gorham (May 27, 1738[1] – June 11, 1796) was the fourteenth President of the United States in Congress. He was also one of the signers of the United States Constitution.[2] He was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts. His father was Nathaniel Gorham and his mother was Mary Soley.[3] He was a delegate to the Continental Congress from 1782 until 1783, and also from 1785 until 1787.[4] Gorham died in Charlestown, Massachusetts in June 11, 1796.[4]
Quick Facts 14th President of the United States in Congress Assembled, Preceded by ...
Nathaniel Gorham | |
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14th President of the United States in Congress Assembled | |
In office June 6, 1786 – November 5, 1786 | |
Preceded by | John Hancock |
Succeeded by | Arthur St. Clair |
2nd Acting President of the United States in Congress Assembled | |
In office May 15, 1786 – June 5, 1786 | |
President | John Hancock |
Preceded by | David Ramsay |
Succeeded by | Himself as 8th President of the United States in Congress Assembled |
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Born | (1738-05-27)May 27, 1738 Charlestown, Massachusetts |
Died | June 11, 1796(1796-06-11) (aged 58) Charlestown, Massachusetts |
Spouse(s) | Rebecca Call |
Profession | Politician, Merchant |
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