William Ellery Sr.
William Ellery Sr. | |
|---|---|
| 31st Deputy Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations | |
| In office 1748–1750 | |
| Governor | William Greene |
| Preceded by | William Robinson |
| Succeeded by | Robert Hazard |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 31 October 1701 Bristol, Province of Massachusetts Bay |
| Died | 10 March 1764 (aged 62) Newport, Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations |
| Resting place | Common Burial Ground |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Almy |
| Children | Benjamin, William, Ann, Christopher |
| Occupation | Merchant, Judge, Assistant, Deputy Governor |
William Ellery Sr. (31 October 1701 – 15 March 1764) was a merchant, slave trader, and politician in the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations during the mid-18th century.