Homonym: John D. Hancock (Signature)
John D. Hancock was an American merchant and politician best known for his prominent role in the American Revolution. Born on January 23, 1737, in Braintree, Massachusetts, he became a leading figure in the Boston area and served as the president of the Second Continental Congress. Hancock was a strong advocate for independence from British rule.
Hancock is famously remembered for his bold signature on the Declaration of Independence, which has become a symbol of American freedom. He also served as the first governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts after the war, holding the position for several terms until his death on October 8, 1793.