Elizabeth Maxwell Steele | |
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| Born | Elizabeth Maxwell 1733 |
| Died | November 22, 1790 (aged 56–57) Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina, United States |
| Other names | Elizabeth Maxwell Gillespie |
| Children | 3, including John Steele |
Elizabeth Gillespie Steele, commonly known as Elizabeth Maxwell Steele (née Maxwell; 1733–1790), was an active supporter of the American Revolution. She helped run a prominent tavern in Salisbury, North Carolina, that served as a "resort" for many notable figures of the time. Her involvement with the tavern allowed her to support the Revolution by offering hospitality and charity to other supporters of the American cause.