Rotch, William, 1759-1850
Ship owner and merchant involved in whale fishery. Born Nantucket, Mass., 1734. Whaling business moved to France and England in 1791 as a result of American Revolution. Retired to New Bedford (Mass.) and died in 1828.
From the description of William Rotch papers, 1793-1833. (Clams, Inc). WorldCat record id: 63123131
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