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16. Okt. 2018 · Paca died in 1799 at his estate of Wye River in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland and was buried in the family cemetery there.The William Paca Club in New Providence, New Jersey is named in his honor. The Club cites the fact that Paca was the only Italian America to sign the Declaration of Independence as the reason for bestowing him this honor ...
William Paca was born in 1740 at Chilbury Hall, near Abingdon in Harford County, Maryland. He began his studies with a private tutor and later attended what is today known as the University of Pennsylvania. Once he graduated, he returned to Maryland to study with a lawyer in Annapolis and then traveled to England to further his legal education
The William Paca House & Garden is a National Historic Landmark, restored to its colonial-era splendor by Historic Annapolis, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Annapolis. Take some time to experience the 18th century life of lawyer, and signer of the Declaration of Independence, William Paca, as you browse through his breathtaking home. The House is open for docent-led tours ...
William Paca was to receive a Master of Arts degree from the same institution in 1762, though this required no further study, only that Paca request it and be in good standing. 4. William Paca attended the Inner Temple in London and read law in 1761 with Stephen Bordley and was admitted to the bar that year.
The William Paca Garden is a two acre oasis of natural beauty in the bustling center of Annapolis’ Historic District. Although many colonial Annapolitans had gardens, only Paca’s has been returned to its original splendor and opened to the public. Intrigued by garden details in the background of Charles Willson Peale’s 1772 portrait of Paca, researchers were able to reconstruct the site ...
William Paca was a federal judge on the United States District Court for the District of Maryland. He was nominated by President George Washington on February 8, 1790 to a new seat authorized by 1 Stat. 73. He was confirmed by the Senate on February 10, 1790, and received commission that same day. He served until his death on October 13, 1799.
