Elizabeth Maxwell Steele
Elizabeth Gillespie Steele, commonly known as Elizabeth Maxwell Steele (née Maxwell; 1733–1790), was an active supporter of the American Revolution. She helped run a prominent tavern in Salisbury, North Carolina, that served as a "resort" for many notable figures of the time. Her involvement with the tavern allowed her to support the Revolution by offering hospitality and charity to other supporters of the American cause.
Elizabeth Maxwell Steele | |
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| Born | Elizabeth Maxwell 1733 Pennsylvania Province |
| Died | November 22, 1790 (aged 56–57) Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, United States |
| Other names | Elizabeth Maxwell Gillespie |
| Children | 3, including John Steele |
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