James Barker (Rhode Island official)
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James Barker (1622–1702) was an early leader and deputy governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.
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James Barker | |
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10th Deputy Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
In office 1678–1679 | |
Governor | Benedict Arnold William Coddington John Cranston |
Preceded by | John Cranston |
Succeeded by | Walter Clarke |
Personal details | |
Born | 1622 Southwold, Suffolk, England |
Died | 1702 Newport, Rhode Island |
Spouse | Barbara Dungan |
Occupation | Ensign, Commissioner, Assistant, Deputy, Deputy Governor |
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