William Kendall
His son, Virginia colonial politician, Member of the Virginia House of Burgesses
About William Kendall
Lived 1659 – 1696 (aged 36–37).
William Kendall Jr. (II) (1659–1696) was a planter and politician in the Colony of Virginia who twice represented Northampton County in the House of Burgesses as had his father
Early and family life Kendall was born in 1659, probably in Northampton County, to Sarah, the second wife of merchant, planter and politician William Kendall.
Personal life
He married Anne Mason, daughter of Lemuel Mason, also a member of the House of Burgesses. Together they had sons William Kendall III and John Kendall, and three daughters.
Death and legacy
Kendall made his will on January 29, 1695, and it was proved July 28, 1696.
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Contemporaries
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Frequently asked questions
Who was William Kendall?
his son, Virginia colonial politician, Member of the Virginia House of Burgesses
When was William Kendall born?
William Kendall was born in 1659.
When did William Kendall die?
William Kendall died in 1696.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: William Kendall Jr.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Kendall. https://biography.guide/william-kendall-1659/
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