The Ellerys and Danas
- William Ellery (1727–1820), signer of the Declaration of Independence as a representative of Rhode Island; member of the Continental Congress
- Christopher Ellery (1768–1840), U.S. Senator from Rhode Island 1801–1805. Nephew of William Ellery.
- Francis Dana, member of the Continental Congress; signer of the Articles of Confederation; son-in-law of William Ellery.
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- Richard Henry Dana, Jr., served as United States District Attorney during the Civil War; grandson of Francis Dana and great-grandson of William Ellery.
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NOTE: Franics Dana was also son of Boston, Massachusetts Magistrate Richard Dana.
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