Background
Lancey, Oliver De was born on September 16, 1718 in New York City. Son of Stephen and Anne (van Cortlandt) De Lancey.
army officer colonial legislator
Lancey, Oliver De was born on September 16, 1718 in New York City. Son of Stephen and Anne (van Cortlandt) De Lancey.
General British Army (highest ranking American), raised 3 battalions of troops which carried his name, became symbol of Loyalist during American Revolution.
Member New York City delegation to New York Assembly, 1759-1760. Member of New York Provincial Council, 1760-1776.
Married Phila Franks, 4 children.