Thomas Heyward Jr was a Signer of the Declaration of Independence from South Carolina Thomas Heyward Jr. was an American lawyer, planter, and politician who lived from 1746 to 1809. He was born in St. Luke’s Parish, South Carolina, to a wealthy planter family. Heyward was well-educated and studied law in England before returning to […]
George Taylor, Ironmaster and signer of the Declaration of Independence
George Taylor was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Here are some highlights of his life, as well as information about his burial: George Taylor’s life is a testament to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, and his contributions to American independence are remembered through his signature […]
George Read Signer of the Declaration of Independence
George Read was a Signer of the Declaration of Independence, a Lawyer, Politician, and delegate to the Continental Congress from the State of Delaware. He also signed the Constitutional Association, (the document created by the Stamp Act Congress), and the US Constitution, George Read was one the few who signed multiple “Founding” documents. George Read Voted […]