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William Vernon
William Vernon (January 17, 1719 – December 22, 1806), of Newport, Rhode Island, was a New England trader who played a leading role in the Continental Congress' maritime activities during the American Revolution. As president of the Eastern Navy Board during the Revolution, he was responsible for building and outfitting the ships of the Continental Navy.
== Background ==
William Vernon was born in Newport in 1719 to a local silversmith, Samuel Vernon〔(Rootsweb.com )〕 (December 6, 1683 - December 5, 1737) and his wife Elizabeth Fleet. Vernon's family was directly descended from one of Rhode Island's first pioneers, Anne Hutchinson.〔(Rhodeisland-philatelic.com )〕〔(Rootsweb.com )〕 William Vernon was a member of Newport's Second Congregational Church, which was pastored by Ezra Stiles.〔http://www.redwoodlibrary.org/notables/vernon.htm〕
William and his older brother Samuel (September 6, 1711 - 1792) entered into business together, eventually establishing themselves as prominent merchants in Newport. Another brother, Thomas, did not enter into trade with his other siblings.
William Vernon was one of the charter members of the Artillery Company of Newport.
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