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John Hancock was known for his signiture on the declaration of indapendence in which he signed first and largest. He was the president of the contanental congress and elected George Washington to lead the patriots in the revalutionary war. Now some people call a signiture a John Hancock

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What will john Hancock be remembered for?

John Hancock (1737-1793), orphaned as a boy, was adopted by a rich uncle who had no children of his own. Hancock is best remembered for his large, flamboyant signature on the Declaration of Independence.


How is the word signature associated with Hancock's name?

The words "John Hancock" are often used to describe the word "signature." When J. Hancock singed the Declaration of Independence, his was the largest sig. of them all. Hancock is best-remembered for his giant signature on the document, so that is why a signature is often called a "John Hancock."


Who first signed the declaration of independents?

John Hancock.


Who is related to John Hancock?

john hancock jr. his son


How did John Hancock get his name?

From his father John Hancock Jr. and his father John Hancock Sr.


What was John Hancock importance?

Why was John Hancock importance


Did John Hancock have a ponytail?

No, John Hancock did not have a ponytail.


Was John Hancock single?

no john Hancock was married


What is the story behind John Hancock's signature?

The words "John Hancock" are often used to describe the word "signature." When J. Hancock singed the Declaration of Independence, his was the largest sig. of them all. Hancock is best-remembered for his giant signature on the document, so that is why a signature is often called a "John Hancock."


What did John Hancock do for the Congress?

He served as president of the Second Continental Congress and was the first and third Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He is remembered for his large and stylish signature on the United States Declaration of Independence, so much so that "John Hancock" became, in the United States, a synonym for "signature".


When did john Hancock's kids die?

Lydia Hancock 10months old John George Washington Hancock 8 years old


What was john Hancock's in the war?

what was john hancock's role in the war