John Hancock Jr.

For other people named John Hancock, see John Hancock (disambiguation).
John Hancock Jr.
BornJune 1, 1702
Lexington, Massachusetts, British America
DiedMay 7, 1744 (aged 41)
Quincy, Massachusetts, British America
Burial placeHancock Cemetery, Quincy, Massachusetts
OccupationsClergyman, Soldier, Planter, Politician
TitleColonel
SpouseMary Hawke Thaxter
ChildrenJohn Hancock
Parent(s)John Hancock Sr.
Elizabeth Clark

Reverend Colonel John Hancock Jr. (June 1, 1702 – May 7, 1744) was a colonial American clergyman, soldier, planter, politician. He was father of politician John Hancock. Hancock was born in Lexington, Massachusetts, and was a son of Colonel John Hancock Sr. and Elizabeth Clark. The Hancock Cemetery is named after him.

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