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John Hancock
Statesman John Hancock (38) weds hostess Dorothy Quincy (28) in Fairfield, Connecticut
Died in 1775 1775 Highlights
About August 28, 1775
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 248 years and 8 months
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Virgo
