John Hancock
American statesman
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About John Hancock
He was an American statesman, merchant, and an influential figure during the American Revolution. John Hancock served as Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Having put to good use the mercantile business which he inherited from his uncle, he went on to become one of the wealthiest men in the Thirteen Colonies, prior to the American Revolution.
Family Life
He was born to Mary Hawke and Colonial American clergyman, John Hancock Jr. He was a brother to Mary, Ebenezer William, Eva, George, David and Lucy Hancock.
He got married to Dorothy Quincy in 1775, and they both stayed married for about 18 years, up until his death in the year 1793. His children are John George Washington Hancock and Lydia Henchman Hancock.
Facts
A town named Hancock in Massachusetts was named after him.
He graduated from Harvard when he was 17. He also earned a bachelor's degree from Harvard University.
He began his political career serving under founding father, Samuel Adams.
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F.A.Q. about John Hancock
When is his birthday?
John Hancock's birthday is on January 23, 1737.
In how many days is his birthday?
John's birthday is in 273 days
How old was John when he died?
He was 56 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 8, 1793.
How old would he be today?
John Hancock would be 287 years old if he was alive today.
Where was John from?
He was born in Braintree (now Quincy), Province of Massachusetts Bay.