William Clingan
William Clingan | |
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| Born | c. 1721 Scotland |
| Died | May 9, 1790 (aged 69) |
| Resting place | Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Parkesburg, Pennsylvania |
| Occupations | Lawyer, Jurist, Politician |
| Known for | Signer of the Articles of Confederation |
| Spouse(s) | Catherine Clingan (died 1785) Rachel Clingan |
| Children | 11 |
William Clingan (c.1721 – May 9, 1790) was a Founding Father of the United States, lawyer, and jurist. As a delegate in the Continental Congress for Pennsylvania from 1777 to 1779, he signed the Articles of Confederation. Upon his death he was buried in the Upper Octorara Church Cemetery in Parkesburg, Pennsylvania.
William Clingan and his brother immigrated to the Colonies from Scotland. His last name, Clingan, came from the Scottish surname of MacClingan. Much regarding his life is unknown.
References
- United States Congress. "William Clingan (id: C000522)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.
Further reading
- Futhey, J. Smith. (1870). Historical Discourse One Hundred and Fiftieth Anniversary of the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church. Chester County, Pennsylvania.
- United States Congress. "William Clingan (id: C000522)". Biographical Directory of the United States Congress.