About William Dyre
William Dyre was an American politician.
William Dyre (1640–1688) was born in Newport, Rhode Island, who served as the 14th Mayor of New York City from October 30, 1680 until 1682. He was a son of the Quaker martyr Mary Dyer and William Dyer.
He died in 1688 at the age of 48.
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Who was William Dyre?
American mayor
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William Dyre was born in England.
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William Dyre died in 1685.
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William Dyre was a politician.
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William Dyre was American.
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