James Clinton (soldier)
James Clinton | |
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Coat of Arms of James Clinton | |
| Born | c. 1667 |
| Died | 24 January 1718 |
| Occupation(s) | Soldier and Politician |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Smith |
| Children | 3, including Charles |
| Parent(s) | William Clinton Elizabeth Kennedy |
| Relatives | James Clinton (grandson) George Clinton (grandson) |
James Clinton (c. 1667 – 24 January 1718) sired the American branch of the prominent Clinton family, whose members included George Clinton, the fourth Vice President of the United States, and James Clinton, a major general in the American Revolutionary War.
According to family lore, Clinton was an Anglo-Irish soldier and politician. His name does not appear to be extant in contemporary political papers, or contemporary military documents, and the details of possible military and political careers thus far remain a mystery.