History of caesar rodney

Caesar Rodney was a Delaware lawyer, representative of Delaware in the Continental Congress, and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Rodney managed to be a soldier, politician, and good patriot all at the same time.

He spent his life fighting for the Independence of his country, so that the children may have a better tomorrow.

Statue of Caesar Rodney
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Early Life & Politics

Caesar Rodney was born on October 7, 1728 in Kent County, Delaware.

When Caesar was 16, his father passed away and he was adopted by Nicholas Ridgely.

Being an extremely bright individual from the start, Rodney had no trouble moving into the political field as an adult.

History of caesar rodney

He became sheriff of Kent County in 1755. He served the a full term in this office, and from there he moved through several different political positions.

Military Career

By the time the French and Indian War came about, Rodney was commissioned a captain of the Delaware militia.

However, during