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Simon Gratz
* Philadelphia, PA, EUA 14.01.1773 + 14.07.1839
Pais
Pai: Michael Gratz * 1749
Mãe: Miriam Simon * 1869
Notas Biográficas
  • Simon Gratz (1773-1839) and Hyman Gratz (1776-1857) inherited their father's business. Their store was at the Graff House (7th & Market) where Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence. Both Simon and Hyman Gratz were treasurers of Mikveh Israel. They were among the founders of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Simon served in the Pennsylvania Volunteers during the war of 1812.
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