William Cooper

U.S. Congressperson

1754 – 1809

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Who was William Cooper?

William Cooper was a merchant, land speculator and developer, the founder of Cooperstown, New York, and a judge. A politician, he served two terms in the United States Congress, representing Otsego County and central New York. He was the father of James Fenimore Cooper, who became a noted writer.

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Born
Dec 2, 1754
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  • United States of America
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Died
Dec 22, 1809

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on July 23, 2013

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