Thomas Jones | |
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Born | c. 1665 Ireland |
Died | 1713 Long Island, Province of New York |
Nationality | Irish |
Known for | Early settler of American colonies |
Spouse | Freelove Townsend |
Parent | (unknown) |
Thomas Jones (c. 1665 – 13 December 1713) emigrated from Strabane, in Ireland, to Rhode Island. There he married Freelove Townsend, daughter of Captain Thomas Townsend, and went on to serve as a privateer. He later became an influential figure on Long Island.