Encyclopedia > William Greene (Rhode Island governor)
William Greene (1731 - 1809) was the second governor of Rhode Island after it became a state. His father, William Greene, had served as governor when Rhode Island was still a British colony. Events 10 Downing Street becomes the official residence of the United Kingdoms Prime Minister when Robert Walpole moves in. ... Year 1809 (MDCCCIX) was a common year starting on Sunday (link will display the full calendar). ... âRIâ redirects here. ...
Greene served as governor from 1778 to 1786, following Nicholas Cooke.