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Richard Randolph (c.1691 – 1749), also known as Richard Randolph of Curles, was a planter, merchant and politician in colonial Virginia. Richard served as a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses from 1727 until his death. Randolph was the fifth son of William Randolph and Mary Isham, as well as the Grandfather of John Randolph of Roanoke.
Apr 3, 2024 · Richard Randolph (c1691 – 1749), sometimes referred to as Richard Randolph "of Curles," was a successful planter-merchant on the James River and a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses from 1727 until his death.
May 4, 2018 · Richard Randolph (May 9, 1770 – June 14, 1796) was a Virginia plantation owner and tobacco planter, the elder brother of Theodorick Randolph, and the better-known John Randolph of Roanoke. Richard was born in 1770 to John Randolph (1742-1775) and Frances Bland (1744-1788), scions of two of the First Families of Virginia.
Aug 7, 2005 · His master, Richard Randolph, wealthy son of a great Virginia planter family and brother of the future statesman John Randolph of Roanoke, had become notorious at twenty-two: accused of...
When Richard Randolph died early – around 26 years old – his wife, Judith Randolph, freed the slaves and deeded over 25 acres to the families 10 years later. Calling their settlement Israel Hill, being their promised land, the community developed commercial businesses in blacksmithing, dairy or tobacco farming, carpentry, and general store ...
Richard Randolph and his wife Nancy were accused of murdering a child allegedly born of their adulterous affair. They were defended by John Marshall and Patrick Henry in a sensational trial that ended in their acquittal.
Richard Randolph (? - 1859) of Greene County, Ohio, in his will probated in 1859, left his entire estate valued at $80,000 to be used to free slaves of the Randolph family and to be expended for their use and benefit.
