John Alsop

Unknown Delegate of New York

Congresses Served

January 1, 1724 (70 years old)

Birthday

January 1, 1794

Death

American merchant and politician active during the 18th century.
Served as a delegate to the Continental Congress from 1774 to 1776.
Signed the 1774 Continental Association.
Elected to the Province of New York Assembly and later to the New York Provincial Congress.
Played a significant role in the early phases of the American Revolution, including supporting non-importation agreements and recruiting militia.
Resigned from the Continental Congress rather than sign the Declaration of Independence, favoring reconciliation with Great Britain.
Actively involved in acquiring supplies for the Continental Army during the war.
After the war, he helped rebuild his family business and served as president of New York City’s Chamber of Commerce.
Married Mary Frogat and had one daughter, who married prominent politician Rufus King.
His descendants included notable figures in American journalism and politics.