William Hatcher - Richmond, Virginia
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member flyingmoose
N 37° 26.154 W 077° 19.765
18S E 293911 N 4145777
Located at the Virginia Capital Trail Parking Lot along the westbound side of New Market Road prior to 295.
Waymark Code: WM15G52
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 12/31/2021
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member vhasler
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English merchant and politician William Hatcher imigrated to Virginia around 1634. Hatcher acquired over a thousand acres of land through the headright system. His grants were scattered throughout what would become Chesterfield County as well as present day Henrico and included 200 acres at Varina and 100 acres at Turkey Island. Elected as a burgess for several terms, Hatcher represented the interests of the western frontier of the colony. Although too old to participate in Bacon's Rebellions, his public support for the uprising led to his public censure and a fine from the Virginia Governor.
Marker Number: HC 46

Marker Title: William Hatcher

Marker Location: Parking Lot

County or Independent City: Henrico

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Marker Program Sponsor: County of Henrico
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