William Henry (gunsmith)
Pennsylvania delegate to the Continental Congress / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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William Henry (May 19, 1729 – December 15, 1786) was an American gunsmith, engineer, politician, and merchant from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and a delegate for Pennsylvania to the Continental Congress in 1784, 1785, and 1786. Henry is also noted for his contributions in development of the first steam engines.
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Born | (1729-05-19)May 19, 1729 |
Died | December 15, 1786(1786-12-15) (aged 57) |
Occupation(s) | Inventor, gunsmith, American revolutionary |
Spouse | Ann Wood Henry |
Children | John Joseph Henry |
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