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Thomas Benedict

1617 – 1689

American settler

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About Thomas Benedict

Lived 1617 – 1689 (aged 71–72). Thomas Benedict was an American weaver.

Thomas Benedict, Sr. (1617 – February 28, 1689) was an early settler in colonial New York, and Connecticut. He was a member of the General Court of the Colony of Connecticut from Norwalk in the sessions of May 1670, and May 1675.

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Important facts

Born
1617, Nottingham
Birth century
Occupation
Weaver
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the New York City Council
Also known as
Deacon Thomas Benedict

Family & relationships

Child
John Benedict

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Thomas Benedict's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Benedict?

American settler

When was Thomas Benedict born?

Thomas Benedict was born in 1617 in Nottingham.

When did Thomas Benedict die?

Thomas Benedict died on 28 February 1689 in Norwalk.

What was Thomas Benedict's occupation?

Thomas Benedict was a weaver.

What nationality was Thomas Benedict?

Thomas Benedict was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Benedict

· Wikidata: Q16200345

· DBpedia: Thomas Benedict

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