Francis Lewis 1713-1802
Francis Lewis
1713-1802
Signer of the Declaration of Independence Lewis, a merchant, came to New York in 1735. In retirement, he became involved in political life. He was a founding member of the Sons of Liberty, a delegate to the Second Continental Congress, and a Trinity Church Vestry member. He is the only signer of the Declaration of Independence buried in Manhattan.
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Signer of the Declaration of Independence Lewis, a merchant, came to New York in 1735. In retirement, he became involved in political life. He was a founding member of the Sons of Liberty, a delegate to the Second Continental Congress, and a Trinity Church Vestry member. He is the only signer of the Declaration of Independence buried in Manhattan.
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