William Shepard
U.S. Congressperson
1737 – 1817
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Who was William Shepard?
William Shepard was a United States Representative from Massachusetts, and a military officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. As a state militia leader he protected the Springfield Armory during Shays' Rebellion, firing cannon into the force of Daniel Shays and compelling them to disperse. He was also served in town and state government and was a member of the Massachusetts Governor's Council.
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- Born
- Dec 1, 1737
Westfield - Also known as
- William Shepherd
- Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Died
- Nov 16, 1817
Westfield
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on July 23, 2013
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