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By: Ayla Sozen. Wentworth Cheswell (April 11, 1746 – March 8, 1817 ). About. Wentworth Cheswell was born April 11, 1746 He was a A frican American teacher, American Rev. War veteran, etc. Considered first African American elected to public office. Family life.
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By: AylaSozen WentworthCheswell(April 11, 1746 – March 8, 1817)
About • Wentworth Cheswell was born April 11, 1746 • He was a African American teacher, American Rev. War veteran, etc. • Considered first African American elected to public office.
Family life • Married Mary Davis September 13, 1767 • 13 children • Paul • Thomas • Samuel • Sarah • Mary • Elizabeth • Nancy • Mehitable • William • 2 unknown daughters • Martha • Abigail
Revolutionary War • Wentworth was a Patriot • During the Revolutionary war Wentworth was town messenger for the Committee of Safety. He made a midnight ride just like Paul Revere.
Work Cited • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wentworth_Cheswell