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John Hancock. John Hancock (January 23, 1737 â October 8, 1793) was born in Braintree, Massachusetts to a minister. As a boy he was a casual acquaintance with the young John Adams. His father passed away in 1744 and he moved to the home of his Uncle Thomas Hancock.
John Hancock after the American Revolutionary War. Hancock was elected as governor of Massachusetts in 1780 and was easily re-elected for a second term. He took a hands off approach to governing and did not stick his neck out on any controversial issues. He surprised many by resigning in 1785, citing his failing health.