Historical story

What did David Brearley do for his country?

David Brearley (1745–1790), American jurist, was president of the Delaware delegation to the U.S. Constitutional Convention in 1787. He was a signer and strong advocate of the U.S. Constitution, and went on to serve as chief justice of the State of New Jersey.

During the American Revolutionary War, Brearley served as colonel of the 4th New Jersey Regiment, Continental Line, with distinction in the Battle of Princeton (January 3, 1777), where he was wounded.