Background
Henry, William was born on May 19, 1729 in West Cain Township, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John and Elizabeth (DeVinne) Henry.
gunsmith inventor Continental congressman
Henry, William was born on May 19, 1729 in West Cain Township, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of John and Elizabeth (DeVinne) Henry.
Assistant burgess of Lancaster, 1765-1775. Delegate to Pennsylvania Assembly, 1776. Assistant commissary general and disbursing officer United States Govt.
Member Pennsylvania Council of Safety, 1777.
Married Ann Wood, January 1755, 7 children including William, Joseph.