Benjamin Rush
Politician

Benjamin Rush Net Worth

Benjamin Rush was a prominent figure in American history. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 4, 1746, he was one of the founding fathers of the United States of America. He was a physician and founded Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. During the Revolutionary War, he served as Surgeon General in the Continental army. His contributions to the founding of the United States and to medicine are still remembered today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day January 4, 1746
Birth Place Philadelphia, PA
Age 273 YEARS OLD
Died On Apr 19, 1813 (age 67)
Birth Sign Capricorn

💰 Net worth: $4 Million (2024)

About

One of the founding fathers of the United States of America who was a physician and founded Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He also notable served as Surgeon General in the Continental army during the Revolutionary War.

Before Fame

He earned a medical degree in England and also spoke English, French, Italian, and Spanish.

Trivia

He attended the Continental Congress, which would become the governing body of the United States during the American Revolution.

Family Life

His parents were John and Susanna Harvey Rush.

Associated With

He was a signatory of the Declaration of Independence; John Adams aided Jefferson in writing the Declaration.

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About the author

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