Edward Bancroft

Physician

1744 – 1821

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Who was Edward Bancroft?

Edward Bancroft was an American physician and double-agent spy during the American Revolution.

Bancroft worked as a spy for Benjamin Franklin in Britain before the Revolution, and while serving as secretary to the American Commission in Paris. During the latter period, he was also a spy for Britain, reporting on dealings between France and the United States.

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Born
Jan 9, 1744
Westfield
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • St Bartholomew's Hospital
Died
Sep 8, 1821

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on July 23, 2013

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