John Hanson (1721-1783) When we think of the President of the United States, many people do not realize that we are actually referring to presidents elected under the U.S. Constitution. Everybody …

Sep 25, 2025 · John Hanson’s Background Hanson was the son of a plantation owner in Port Tobacco, Maryland, and his father was also part of the Maryland General Assembly. John started out following …

Nov 23, 2022 · In November 1781, John Hanson became the first President of the United States in Congress Assembled, under the Articles of Confederation. Many people have argued that John …

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John Hanson (April 14 [O.S. April 3] 1721 – November 15, 1783) was an American Founding Father, merchant, and politician from Maryland during the Revolutionary Era. In 1779, Hanson was elected …

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Dec 30, 2020 · John Hanson was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Born on a large plantation called Mulberry Grove in Maryland, Hanson came from considerable wealth and received …