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Lesser-known Signers of the Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris of Pennsylvania (two views)

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Robert Morris of Philadelphia had a life that really had its ups and downs. See if you don't agree after reading these two views of his life. Known as “Financier of the Revolution,” Robert Morris was indispensable to the cause of American Independence—using his commercial and financial brilliance to almost single-handedly propel American war efforts …

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Lesser-known Signers of the Declaration of Independence: Philip Livingston of New York. Two different looks at his life.

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Philip Livingston, born on January 15, 1716, in Albany, New York, hailed from the wealthy and influential Livingston family. Philip spent his youth in opulent manor houses and townhomes before attending Yale College in the 1730s. After graduating, Philip settled in New York City and soon became one of the town’s most successful merchants. By …

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