John Dandridge
American colonist, father of Martha Washington (1700–1756) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For his grandson, the member of the Virginia House of Delegates, see John Dandridge (delegate).
Col. John Dandridge of Chestnut Grove (14 July 1700 – 31 August 1756) was a colonel, planter, politician, and Clerk of New Kent County, Virginia from 1730 to 1756.[1] He may be best known as the father of Bartholomew Dandridge and the first First Lady of the United States Martha Dandridge Washington.[2][3] His grandson John Dandridge also served in the Virginia General Assembly.
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John Dandridge | |
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Born | John Dandridge Jr. 14 July 1700 (1700-07-14) England |
Died | 31 August 1756 (1756-09-01) (aged 56) |
Resting place | St. George's Episcopal Church, Fredericksburg, Virginia |
Occupation(s) | Colonel, planter, politician, clerk |
Spouse | Frances Jones |
Children | 9, including Martha Washington and Bartholomew Dandridge |
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