Wood, Stephen, 1765-1826

Stephen Wood was born on March 21, 1765, the son of Dr. Stephen Wood and his second wife, Mary. Wood was afforded all the opportunities that wealth provided; he and his siblings were taught by a private tutor who emphasized a classical education. To supplement his classical education, Wood also studied medicine with his father. Wood and his wife had one son, Stephen W., born in 1810. Wood died at the age of 71 in the year 1826.

From the description of Stephen Wood papers, [ca. 1780-1800]. (New Jersey Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 53400380