James Converse
James Converse | |
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| Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives | |
| In office 1699, 1702 – 1704 | |
| Member for Woburn in the Massachusetts House of Representatives | |
| In office 1680 – 1706 (intermittent) | |
| Selectman in the town of Woburn | |
| In office 1680 – 1706 (intermittent) | |
| Town clerk of Woburn | |
| In office 1689 – 1700 (intermittent) | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Converse November 16, 1645 Woburn, Massachusetts |
| Died | July 8, 1706 (aged 60) |
| Spouse |
Hanna Carter (m. 1689) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | England |
| Branch/service | Provincial troops and militia of Massachusetts Bay |
| Years of service | 1689?-1706 |
| Rank | Major of provincial forces Lieutenant colonel of militia |
| Commands |
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| Battles/wars | King William's War
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James Converse (November 16, 1645 – July 8, 1706) was a farmer, soldier and office holder in Massachusetts, distinguishing himself as a military leader during the French and Indian Wars. Prominent in public affairs, he also served as a speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives.