William Shepard
(1737-1817)
American politician
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William Shepard (December 1, 1737 [O.S. November 20, 1737] - 1817) was a United States Representative from Massachusetts (1797–1802), 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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1 December 1737 Westfield, Massachusetts
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16 November 1817 (aged 79) Westfield, Massachusetts, U.S.
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| Zodiac | Sagittarius |
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