Francis Hopkinson (September 21, 1737 – May 9, 1791), an American author, was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence as a delegate from New Jersey. He later served as a federal judge in Pennsylvania. He played a key role in the design of the first American flag.
Read more about Francis Hopkinson: Education and Public Life, Cultural Contributions, Flag Controversy
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