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Ira Allen
American politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ira Allen (April 21, 1751 – January 7, 1814) was one of the founders of the U.S. state of Vermont and a leader of the Green Mountain Boys during the American colonial period. He was the younger brother of Ethan Allen.
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Ira Allen | |
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![]() Engraving of Ira Allen, c. 1810 | |
Born | (1751-04-21)April 21, 1751 |
Died | January 7, 1814(1814-01-07) (aged 62) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Surveyor, politician, military officer |
Relatives | Ethan Allen (brother) |
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