Marinus Willett

1740–1830 (age 90)

Military Officer

Photograph of Marinus Willett

About Marinus Willett

Marinus Willett (1740–1830) lived to age 90. They were a military officer. Born in Jamaica, they died in New York City. They are buried at Trinity Church Cemetery in New York.

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