Matthew Griswold (governor)
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Matthew Griswold (March 25, 1714 – April 28, 1799) was the 17th governor of Connecticut from 1784 to 1786. He also served as the 21st lieutenant governor (and the first since statehood). He was also chief justice of the Superior Court, during the American Revolution (1769–1784).
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Matthew Griswold | |
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17th Governor of Connecticut | |
In office May 13, 1784 – May 11, 1786 | |
Lieutenant | Samuel Huntington |
Preceded by | Jonathan Trumbull |
Succeeded by | Samuel Huntington |
1st Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut | |
In office 1776–1784 | |
Governor | Jonathan Trumbull |
Preceded by | position established |
Succeeded by | Samuel Huntington |
21st Deputy Governor of Connecticut Colony | |
In office 1769–1776 | |
Governor | Jonathan Trumbull |
Preceded by | Jonathan Trumbull |
Succeeded by | position abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | (1714-03-25)March 25, 1714 Lyme, Connecticut |
Died | April 28, 1799(1799-04-28) (aged 85) Lyme, Connecticut |
Political party | Federalist |
Spouse | Ursula Wolcott |
Relations | Griswold family |
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