George Plater
American politician (1735-1792) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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George Plater III (November 8, 1735 – February 10, 1792) was an American planter, lawyer, and statesman from Saint Mary's County, Maryland. He represented Maryland in the Continental Congress from 1778 to 1780, and briefly served as the sixth Governor of Maryland in 1791 and 1792.
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Quick Facts 6th Governor of Maryland, Preceded by ...
George Plater III | |
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6th Governor of Maryland | |
In office November 14, 1791 – February 10, 1792 | |
Preceded by | John E. Howard |
Succeeded by | James Brice |
Member of the Maryland State Senate | |
In office 1777–1790 | |
Delegate to the Continental Congress from Maryland | |
In office 1778–1780 | |
Member of the Maryland House of Delegates | |
In office 1757–1766 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1735-11-08)November 8, 1735 Sotterley Plantation, Province of Maryland, British America (located in modern Hollywood, Maryland) |
Died | February 10, 1792(1792-02-10) (aged 56) Annapolis, Maryland, U.S. |
Resting place | Sotterley Plantation |
Spouse(s) | Hannah Lee; Elizabeth Ann Rousby |
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