Gerardus Beekman

Gerardus Willemse Beekman (c. August 1653 – October 10, 1723) was a wealthy physician, land owner, and colonial governor of the Province of New York.

Gerardus Beekman
Governor of the Province of New York
Acting
In office
April 10, 1710  June 14, 1710
MonarchAnne
Preceded byRichard Ingoldesby (acting)
Succeeded byRobert Hunter
Personal details
Born
Gerardus Willemse Beekman

August 1653
New Netherland
DiedOctober 10, 1723 (aged 70)
New York City, Province of New York
Spouse
Magdalena Abeel
(m. 1677)
RelationsHendrick Beekman (brother)
Henry Beekman (nephew)
Parent(s)Wilhelmus H. Beekman
Catalina De Boogh
ProfessionPhysician and Acting Governor of New York
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