Philip Pell
Philip Pell (born July 7, 1753 in Pelham , New York Province, † May 1, 1811 ibid) was an American politician . In 1789 he was a delegate for New York to the Continental Congress .
Career
Philip Pell came from a long-established family. In 1770 he graduated from King's College , later Columbia University . After completing a law degree and admission to the bar, he began working in this profession in New York City and Westchester County . In the 1770s he joined the revolutionary movement. He served in the Continental Army during the War of Independence . From 1781 and 1783 he served as the chief military judge ( Judge Advocate General ). At times he was on the staff of General George Washington . Between 1779 and 1781 and again from 1784 to 1786 he was a member of the New York State Assembly . From 1787 to 1800 he was head or district council ( surrogates ) of Westchester County. In 1789 he represented his state in the Continental Congress. Philip Pell died on May 1, 1811 in his hometown of Pelham.
Web links
- Philip Pell in the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress (English)
- Philip Pell in the database of Find a Grave (English)
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| SURNAME | Pell, Philip |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American politician |
| DATE OF BIRTH | July 7, 1753 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Pelham , New York Province |
| DATE OF DEATH | May 1, 1811 |
| Place of death | Pelham , New York |