Background
Cortlandt, Stephanus Van was born on May 7, 1643 in New Amsterdam (now New York City). Son of Oloff Stevenszen and Anneken (or Annetje) (Loockermans) Van Cortlandt.
Cortlandt, Stephanus Van was born on May 7, 1643 in New Amsterdam (now New York City). Son of Oloff Stevenszen and Anneken (or Annetje) (Loockermans) Van Cortlandt.
Ensign, Kings County Militia, 1668, rose to rank of col.
Member Government's Council, 1674.
Married Gertrude Schuyler, September 10, 1671, at least 1 child, Philip.