William Davis

1758–1826 (age 68)

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Photograph of William Davis

Biography

William Davis (1758–1826) lived a full life of sixty-eight years, witnessing the founding of the American nation and its early development. His long tenure in his community reflects a life of stability and continuity during a period of significant change.

Davis's burial at Burial Hill, a cemetery of historical importance, indicates his standing and connection to his locality. His life and memory remain part of the enduring legacy of early American communities.