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William Carmichael (diplomat)
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William Carmichael (c. 1739–1795) was an American statesman and diplomat from Maryland during and after the Revolutionary War. He participated in Benjamin Franklin's mission to Paris in 1776-8, represented Maryland in the Continental Congress in 1778 and 1779 and was the principal diplomat for the United States to Spain from 1782 to 1794.
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William Carmichael | |
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United States Chargé d'Affaires to Spain | |
In office February 20, 1783 – September 5, 1794 | |
President | George Washington |
Preceded by | John Jay |
Succeeded by | William Short |
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Born | around 1739 Queen Anne's County, Maryland |
Died | February 9, 1795 Madrid, Spain |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | statesman and diplomat |
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