Gouverneur Morris (1752-1816)
A Pennsylvania delegate to the Constitutional Convention of 1787, Morris became known as the “Penman of the Constitution” for his role in drafting the Pre-amble, “We the People.” Resided at Mary Dalley’s boarding house nearby during that time.
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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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