Joseph Dudley

English politician, Governor of Massachusetts

Joseph Dudley - English politician, Governor of Massachusetts
Born

September 23rd, 1647
377 years ago

Died

April 2nd, 1720
304 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Served as a prominent politician in colonial New England. Governed the Province of Massachusetts Bay from 1702 to 1715, during a time of political turbulence and change. Played a pivotal role in the transitions between the colony's royal charter and its eventual incorporation into the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Involved in military and political affairs, influencing the governance of the province and its relationship with British authorities. His tenure included efforts to navigate the complexities of colonial administration and local governance.

Governed the Province of Massachusetts Bay

Served as Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Colony

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