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| − | Hugh Williamson (1735-1819) was both a surgeon and a preacher who signed the [[U.S. Constitution]]. He was a delegate from North Carolina. He also helped draft the [[Northwest Territory]] laws. | + | Hugh Williamson (1735-1819) was both a surgeon and a preacher who signed the [[U.S. Constitution]]. He was a delegate from [[North Carolina]]. He also helped draft the [[Northwest Territory]] laws. |
In 1811 he gave a scientific explanation for the [[Great Flood]] and also for [[Moses]]’ exodus in his book "Observations of the Climate in Different Parts of America." | In 1811 he gave a scientific explanation for the [[Great Flood]] and also for [[Moses]]’ exodus in his book "Observations of the Climate in Different Parts of America." | ||
Revision as of 21:56, April 11, 2007
Hugh Williamson (1735-1819) was both a surgeon and a preacher who signed the U.S. Constitution. He was a delegate from North Carolina. He also helped draft the Northwest Territory laws.
In 1811 he gave a scientific explanation for the Great Flood and also for Moses’ exodus in his book "Observations of the Climate in Different Parts of America."
He is buried in the cemetery of Jerusalem.