Thomas Dudley
Soldier and politician, 3rd Governor of Massachusetts
Born
October 12th, 1576
448 years ago
Died
July 31st, 1653
371 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Born in England, this individual migrated to the American colonies and became a prominent figure in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Serving as the third governor from 1634 to 1635, leadership demonstrated an influential role in the establishment and governance of the colony. Initially engaged in military service, the individual participated in defending against Native American conflicts and played a significant role in the development of colonial policy and society.
Served as the 3rd Governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony
Co-founded the Massachusetts Bay Colony
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