William Whipple, Jr. (1730-1785), was a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence as a representative of New Hampshire. William Whipple was born at Kittery, Maine, and educated at a common school until his off to sea. He became a Ship's Master by the age of twenty-three. In 1759 he landed in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and in partnership with his brother, established himself as a merchant. In 1775 he was elected to represent his town at the Provincial Congress. Wikipedia
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