William Coddington Jr.
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William Coddington Jr. (18 January 1651 – 5 February 1689)[1] was an early governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, serving two consecutive terms from 1683 to 1685.
Quick Facts 11th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, Preceded by ...
William Coddington Jr. | |
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11th Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
In office 1683–1685 | |
Preceded by | Peleg Sanford |
Succeeded by | Henry Bull |
Personal details | |
Born | 18 January 1651 Newport, Rhode Island |
Died | 5 February 1689 (1689-02-06) (aged 38) Newport, Rhode Island |
Resting place | Coddington Cemetery, Newport |
Occupation | Assistant, Deputy, Governor |
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