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Lee, Francis Lightfoot (1734-1797), a Revolutionary War statesman and signer of the Declaration of Independence. He was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, a brother of Richard Henry Lee and a cousin of "Light-Horse Harry" Lee. Lee was educated by tutors. He was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses (1758-68, 1769-76), and strongly opposed the policies of the British government. As a member of the Continental Congress from 1775 to 1779 he supported separation from Great Britain and helped draft the Articles of Confederation. Later he served in the Virginia Senate.
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How did Francis lightfoot lee die?
he pooped out a cow
How old was francis lightfoot lee when he signed the declaration of independence?
Francis was 43 when he signed the D.O.I.
Children of Francis Lightfoot Lee?
Francis Lightfoot Lee had no children of his own. His name sake was the son of his brother Richard Henry Lee
Why did Francis Lightfoot Lee sign the declaration of independence?
So he could never the condom
Who are the most famous people to sign the declaration of independence?
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