Thomas Willett
1610-1674 First Mayor of New York Thomas Willett was born in Norfolk, England in 1610. Because his parents were Puritans (dissenters), his early years … More Thomas Willett »
Era Category: Other Important Figures - British Rule
James, Duke of York
James II, King of England 1633-1701 James, younger son of King Charles I of England, held the title of Duke of York. He was … More James, Duke of York »
Richard Ingoldsby
Unknown-1719 Richard Ingoldsby served William of Orange as a field officer in the campaign in Ireland and was appointed captain of the military company … More Richard Ingoldsby »
Francis Lovelace
c. 1621-1675 Second Governor of New York, 1668-1673 Francis Lovelace, son of Sir William Lovelace of Bethersden in Kent, England, was born around 1621. … More Francis Lovelace »
Richard Nicoll
1624-1672 First Governor of New York Against the backdrop of the 17th century Anglo-Dutch wars (fought to gain supremacy in shipping and trade) Charles … More Richard Nicoll »
Allard Anthony
1620-1685 Schout of New Amsterdam, 1664-1667 First Sherrif of New York City Allard Anthony, born in 1620, was a prominent citizen of New Amsterdam. … More Allard Anthony »