James Colleton

Colonial governor of South Carolina
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James Colleton

Summary

James Colleton is a human[1]. He was born on 1650[2]. He died on January 1, 1706[3]. He worked as a politician[4].

Key Facts

  • James Colleton was born on 1650[2].
  • James Colleton died on January 1, 1706[3].
  • James Colleton's father was Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet[5].
  • James Colleton's mother was Katherine Amy[6].
  • James Colleton held citizenship in Kingdom of England[7].
  • James Colleton's professions included politician[4].
  • James Colleton held the position of Governor of South Carolina[8].
  • James Colleton is recorded as male[9].
  • James Colleton's instance of is recorded as human[10].
  • James Colleton's family name is recorded as Colleton[11].
  • James Colleton's given name is recorded as James[12].
  • James Colleton's described by source is recorded as The Royal Descents of 600 Immigrants to the American Colonies or the United States (2004)[13].
  • James Colleton's described by source is recorded as Appletons' Cyclopædia of American Biography[14].
  • James Colleton's languages spoken, written or signed is recorded as English[15].

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Origins and Family

James Colleton was born on 1650[2]. His father was Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet[5]. His mother was Katherine Amy[6].

Career and Affiliations

James Colleton worked as a politician[4]. He held the position of Governor of South Carolina[8].

Death and Burial

James Colleton died on January 1, 1706[3].

FAQs

Who were James Colleton's parents?

James Colleton's father was Sir John Colleton, 1st Baronet[5]. James Colleton's mother was Katherine Amy[6].

What did James Colleton do for work?

James Colleton worked as politician[4].

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    Country of citizenship Kingdom of England
    Languages spoken, written or signed English
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