Nicholas Easton
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Nicholas Easton was an early colonial President and Governor of Rhode Island. Born in Hampshire, England, he lived in the towns of Lymington and Romsey before immigrating to New England with his two s
Easton was one of the prominent citizens named in Rhode Island's Royal Charter of 1663
Grave marker for Nicholas Easton and his son Peter, Coddington Cemetery, Newport
John Easton
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John Easton was a political leader in the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, devoting decades to public service before eventually becoming governor of the colony. Born in Hampshire, En
Nicholas Easton
…the Coddington Cemetery in Newport next to his second of three wives. Easton's Beach and Easton's Point in Newport are named for him. His younger son, John Easton, later became Governor of the colony. Born in Lymington, Hampshire, England, Nicholas Easton was the son of John and Elizabeth Easton, and was still…
Sir William Phips attempted to take control of all Rhode Island's military forces during Easton's tenure as governor.
Grave slab for Easton, Coddington Cemetery, Newport