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William Grayson

American politician (1736-1790) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 54

William Grayson was a planter, lawyer and statesman from Virginia. After leading a Virginia regiment in the Continental Army, Grayson served in the Virginia House of Delegates before becoming one of the first two U.S. Senators from Virginia, as well as a leader of the Anti-Federalist faction.

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Grayson became the first member of the United States Congress to die while holding office.

Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1736 to 1790 · aged 54