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Rip Van Dam

New York politician, acting governor · United States · On the map · Politicians · Lived 1660 to 1749 · aged 89

Rip Van Dam was an American merchant and colonial administrator who served as the acting governor of New York from 1731 to 1732. As one of the leaders of the republican liberal party, Van Dam led confrontations against Governor William Cosby.

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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1660 to 1749 · aged 89