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Richard Stockton (1730–1781) was a signer of the [[Declaration of Independence]]. Like many signatories, he died prematurely due to harsh treatment by the [[United Kingdom|British]]. He was an attorney by trade, and was born and lived in the colony of [[New Jersey]].
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'''Richard Stockton''' (1730–1781) was a signer of the [[Declaration of Independence]]. Like many signatories, he died prematurely due to harsh treatment by the [[United Kingdom|British]]. He was an attorney by trade, and was born and lived in the colony of [[New Jersey]].
Stockton refused to serve as a public official "till I am convinced that by neglecting my own affairs I am doing more acceptable Service to God and Man." But in 1776 Stockton did serve in the [[Continental Congress]].
Stockton refused to serve as a public official "till I am convinced that by neglecting my own affairs I am doing more acceptable Service to God and Man." But in 1776 Stockton did serve in the [[Continental Congress]].