Wright, Turbutt b. February 5, 1741 d. 1783 Continental Congressman. He was a farmer on the Wright family plantation, "White Marsh." Wright was a member of Maryland's colonial Assembly from 1773 to 1774. In 1775 he was a founder of Maryland's Association of Freemen, an early Patriot organization. In 1776 he was a member of the convention that enacted Maryland's first post-colonial constitution. Beginning in February 1777 he served on the state Council of Safety, holding office until the council was abolished later that year. He was...[Read More] (Bio by: Bill McKern) Wright Family Cemetery (White Marsh Plantation), Centreville, Queen Anne's County, Maryland, USA
