Nicholas Van Dyke (politician, born 1738)
Nicholas Van Dyke | |
|---|---|
| 7th President of Delaware | |
| In office February 1, 1783 – October 26, 1786 | |
| Preceded by | John Cook |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Collins |
| Continental Congressman from Delaware | |
| In office February 22, 1777 – February 2, 1782 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 25, 1738 New Castle County, Delaware Colony, British America |
| Died | February 19, 1789 (aged 50) |
| Resting place | Immanuel Episcopal Churchyard, New Castle |
| Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Nixon Charlotte Stanley |
| Profession | Lawyer |
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Nicholas Van Dyke (September 25, 1738 – February 19, 1789) was an American Founding Father, lawyer, and politician from New Castle in New Castle County, Delaware. He served in the Delaware General Assembly, in the Continental Congress, where he signed the Articles of Confederation, and as president of Delaware.