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Robert R. Livingston   /rˈɑbərt ɑr lˈɪvɪŋstən/   Listen
Robert R. Livingston

noun
1.
American Revolutionary leader who served in the Continental Congress and as minister to France (1746-1813).  Synonym: Livingston.






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"Robert R. Livingston" Quotes from Famous Books



... 1775 he seconded the nomination of Washington as commander-in-chief of the army, and in July, 1776, he was the adviser and great supporter of the Declaration of Independence. It was reported by a committee composed of Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman, and Robert R. Livingston. During the same year he, with Dr. Franklin and Edward Rutledge, was deputed to treat with Lord Howe for the pacification of the colonies. He declined at this time the offer of the office of Chief-Justice of ...
— Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 4 of 8 • Various



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