Smith was born in [[Philadelphia]] on February 21, 1742, the son of Samuel Smith. He was educated in [[England]], and attended [[Princeton College]]. After graduating from Princeton in 1760, he joined his father in business. | Smith was born in [[Philadelphia]] on February 21, 1742, the son of Samuel Smith. He was educated in [[England]], and attended [[Princeton College]]. After graduating from Princeton in 1760, he joined his father in business. |