Thomas Benedict (1682–July 5, 1763) was a member of the

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of the

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from Norwalk in the sessions of May 1737, October 1740, and October 1744. He was chosen as selectman at least seven times, and was moderator of the

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s not less than ten times. He was the son of

John Benedict John Benedict (February 6, 1649 – November 11, 1729) was a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from Norwalk, Connecticut Colony in the sessions of May 1722 and May 1725. He was born in 1649, in Southold, Long Island which w ...

and Phoebe Gregory. He held a military position for most of his life, and was named a captain in 1746. It is recorded that his voice could be heard and understood at the distance of more than a mile.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Benedict, Thomas 2 1682 births 1763 deaths Connecticut city council members Members of the Connecticut House of Representatives Politicians from Norwalk, Connecticut