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Roger Williams

English Baptist theologian and author (1603–1683)

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Roger Williams

English Baptist theologian and author (1603–1683)

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Roger Williams was an English-born New England minister, theologian, author, and founder of the Providence Plantations, which became the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations and later the State of Rhode Island. He was a staunch advocate for religious liberty, separation of church and state, and fair dealings with the Native Americans.

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Occupation: pastor, preacher, theologian, politician
Position held: colonial governor of Rhode Island, captain, President of colonial Rhode Island
Citizenship: England, Colony of Rhode Island and Plantations
Born: December 21, 1603, 1603, 1604, 1606
Died: 1684, April 1, 1683, 1683, April 18, 1683

Family

Mary Williamschild Joseph Williamschild Daniel Williamschild Mercy Winsorchild Freeborn Clarkechild

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