William Thompson (North Carolina politician)
William Thompson | |
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| Born | February 3, 1732 County Down, Ireland |
| Died | November 22, 1802 (aged 70) Beaufort, North Carolina |
| Place of burial | Old Burying Ground |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | North Carolina militia |
| Years of service | 1775-1779 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Commands | Carteret County Regiment |
| Awards | Battle of Stono Ferry |
William Thompson (February 3, 1732 – November 22, 1802) was the Senator for Carteret County in the North Carolina General Assembly of 1778 and 1779. He was also a colonel and commander of the Carteret County Regiment of the North Carolina militia during the American Revolution.