THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Richard Stockton’s Legacy

As we honor America’s Founding Fathers leading up to the nation's 250th anniversary, WallBuilders today is spotlighting Declaration Signer Richard Stockton<[link removed]>.
Stockton was born October 1, 1730, in Princeton, New Jersey. His story of faith, service, and sacrifice embodies the steep price paid for our liberties.


From a prominent family, he graduated from the College of New Jersey (now Princeton) at 17 and became a skilled lawyer by 1750. His public career began in the New Jersey legislature in 1754.

He married Annis Boudinot<[link removed]>, raising six children at their Morven estate. (This home was later<[link removed]> the residence of several New Jersey governors.)
As tensions with Britain grew, Stockton’s resolve strengthened. He boldly signed the Declaration, pledging his<[link removed]> “Life, Fortune, and sacred Honor.”

That dedication was tested when British forces captured him in late 1776. Imprisoned<[link removed]> in a New York City jail, Stockton endured starvation and abuse. Released the following year, his health never recovered from imprisonment and he died in 1781 at age 50.

Stockton’s story reminds us that freedom’s cost was personal and profound. At WallBuilders, we’re dedicated to preserving these histories to inspire future generations.
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