Daniel Benezet (1723-1797)

Merchant, Alderman & Justice, of Philadelphia

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Father
John Stephen Benezet (1683-1751)
Mother
Judith de la Mejanelle (1693-1765)
Spouse
Elizabeth (North) Benezet (d.1797)
Children
Sarah (Benezet) Bartow (1747-1818)
John Benezet (1749-1781)
Mary (Benezet) Pilmore (1755-1808)
He was a prominent merchant and "the supporter of many civic causes" in Philadelphia. In 1768, he was elected to the American Philosophical Society. His brother, Anthony, led the Abolitionist movement in both England and America. 
Contributed by Mark Meredith on 28/01/2021 and last updated on 09/12/2023.