Town Lecturer 1626-29. Founder of the State of Connecticut, Father of American Democracy."

Death and legacy

Hooker died during the 1647 North American influenza epidemic on July 7, at the age of 61, two days after his birthday. The location of his grave is unknown, although he is believed to be buried in Hartford's Ancient Burying Ground. A crypt was erected there; in addition a plaque

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