Josiah Hardy
Appearance
Josiah Hardy | |
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George III | |
Preceded by | Thomas Boone |
Succeeded by | William Franklin |
Personal details | |
Born | 1715 England |
Died | 1790 |
Occupation | Merchant, Politician, Diplomat |
Josiah Hardy (1715–1790) was a
New Jersey between 1761 and 1763. He was succeeded in the post by William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin. Hardy was later appointed as consul at Cádiz.[1]
Early life and education
Hardy came from a naval family. His father was Vice-Admiral Sir Charles Hardy, and one of his brothers, Charles Hardy, became an admiral.
Career
He became a merchant, emphasizing trade between Great Britain and the North American colonies. In 1761, he was appointed as
New Jersey, serving until 1763. He was succeeded by William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin
, who were both born in the colony of Pennsylvania.
Marriage and family
Hardy married Harriet, daughter of Sir
Thomas D'Aeth
, and they had five daughters: Harriet, Elizabeth Sophia, Priscilla, Louisa and Charlotte.
Their fourth daughter, Louisa (1757–1853),Stoke Damerel. Cooke was killed while commanding HMS Bellerophon at the Battle of Trafalgar on 21 October 1805.[2]
Notes
References
- Skemp, Sheila L. William Franklin: Son of a Patriot, Servant of a King. Oxford University Press, 1990.
- Tracy, Nicholas (2006). Who's Who in Nelson's Navy: 200 Naval Heroes. London: Chatham Publishing. ISBN 1-86176-244-5.