Francis Lewis
Francis Lewis (March 21, 1713 – December 31, 1802) was an American merchant and a Founding Father of the United States. He was a signatory of the United States Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation as a representative of New York in the Continental Congress.
Francis Lewis | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 21, 1713 Llandaff, Wales |
| Died | December 31, 1802 (aged 89) New York City, U.S. |
| Resting place | Trinity Church Cemetery, New York City |
| Education | Westminster School |
| Occupation(s) | Merchant, politician |
| Known for | Signer of the United States Declaration of Independence |
| Spouse |
Elizabeth Annesley
(m. 1745; died 1778) |
| Children | 7, incl. Morgan |
| Signature | |
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