James Bruce (merchant)

James Bruce
Born(1763-03-20)March 20, 1763
Soldiers Rest plantation, Orange County, Colony of Virginia
DiedMay 12, 1837(1837-05-12) (aged 74)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Occupationsmerchant, planter
Known forwealthiest man in Virginia; 3rd wealthiest in USA in his era
Spouse(s)Sarah Coles
Elvira Cabell Henry
ChildrenJames Coles Bruce, Charles Bruce and 1 surviving daughter

James Bruce (March 20, 1763 – May 12, 1837), was a Virginia merchant and patriot who became the third wealthiest man in the United States before his death, and whose descendants wielded both political and economic power.

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