Robert Treat | |
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23rd Governor of Connecticut Colony | |
In office 1689–1698 | |
Preceded by | Position re-established |
Succeeded by | Fitz-John Winthrop |
In office 1683–1687 | |
Preceded by | William Leete |
Succeeded by | Position abolished |
Personal details | |
Born | Pitminster, Somerset, England | February 23, 1622
Died | July 12, 1710 Milford, Connecticut Colony | (aged 88)
Spouse | Jane Tapp Treat |
Occupation | Farmer/politician |
Robert Treat (February 23, 1622 – July 12, 1710) was a New England Puritan colonial leader, militia officer and governor of the Connecticut Colony between 1683 and 1698. In 1666 he helped found the town of Newark, New Jersey.