About Richard Smith
Lived 1735 – 1803 (aged 68). Richard Smith was an American politician and lawyer.
Richard Smith (March 22, 1735 – September 17, 1803) was a lawyer and politician who served in the Continental Congress and signed the Continental Association. Smith was educated under private teachers and in Quaker schools and studied law.
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Who was Richard Smith?
American lawyer and politician
When was Richard Smith born?
Richard Smith was born on 22 March 1735 in Burlington City.
When did Richard Smith die?
Richard Smith died on 17 September 1803.
What was Richard Smith's occupation?
Richard Smith was a politician and lawyer.
What nationality was Richard Smith?
Richard Smith was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Richard Smith (Continental Congress)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Smith. https://biography.guide/richard-smith-politician-1735/
MLA: "Richard Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/richard-smith-politician-1735/.
Chicago: "Richard Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/richard-smith-politician-1735/.
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