William Molineux
Colonial American merchant
About William Molineux
Lived 1718 – 1774 (aged 55–56).
William Molineux ( 1713 – October 22, 1774) was a hardware merchant in colonial Boston of Irish descent best known for his role in the Boston Tea Party of 1773 and earlier political protests.
Popular culture He is a featured character in the 2012 video game, Assassin's Creed III.
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Who was William Molineux?
Colonial American merchant
When was William Molineux born?
William Molineux was born in 1718 in England.
When did William Molineux die?
William Molineux died on 22 October 1774.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). William Molineux. https://biography.guide/william-molineux/
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