William Shepard
William Shepard (December 1, 1737 [O.S. November 20, 1737] – November 16, 1817) was a United States representative from Massachusetts (1797–1802), and a military officer in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. As a state militia leader he protected the Springfield Armory during Shays' Rebellion, firing cannon into the force of Daniel Shays and compelling them to disperse. He was also served in town and state government and was a member of the Massachusetts Governor's Council.
General William Shepard | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts's 2nd district | |
| In office March 4, 1797 – March 3, 1803 | |
| Preceded by | William Lyman |
| Succeeded by | Jacob Crowninshield |
| Massachusetts Governor's Council | |
| In office 1792–1796 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 1, 1737 Westfield, Province of Massachusetts Bay, British America |
| Died | November 16, 1817 (aged 79) Westfield, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Resting place | Mechanic Street Cemetery |
| Political party | Federalist |
| Spouse(s) | Married January 31, 1760 Sarah Dewey |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of Great Britain United States |
| Branch/service | British Army Continental Army |
| Years of service | 1754–1763 1775–1777 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands | 4th Massachusetts Regiment |
| Battles/wars | French and Indian War American Revolutionary War Shays' Rebellion |
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