William Bradford

William Bradford (May 20, 1663 – May 23, 1752) was an early English printer in North America. He is best known as "the pioneer printer of the Middle colonies" and the head of a family that included publishers for 140 years. He was also known for controversies regarding freedom of the press.

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William Bradford
Birth dateMay 20, 1663
Birth place
Leicestershire , Barwell
Date of deathMay 23, 1752
Place of death
New York City

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