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William Floyd
A New York delegate to the Continental Congress and a signer of the Declaration of Independence, he is remembered as one of the steady political figures of the American Revolution. His life joined public service with the practical world of farming and local leadership on Long Island and in upstate New York.
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The Mistakes of Jesus
by William Floyd
About the author
Born on December 17, 1734, on Long Island, William Floyd grew up in a farming family and took over the family estate while still a young man. Though not known for a formal scholarly education, he became a successful landowner and a respected figure in local affairs.
As tensions with Britain grew, he entered revolutionary politics and served in the Continental Congress. He signed the Declaration of Independence as a representative of New York and also held militia and public offices during and after the war.
Floyd remained active in civic life for decades, later serving in state and national government before his death on August 4, 1821. He is best remembered as one of the Founding Fathers whose career reflected both the everyday responsibilities of colonial life and the extraordinary demands of a new nation.