Summary
Thomas Delavall (also spelled Delaval or DeLavall; 1620 – 1682) was a British-born American official and businessman. He was appointed the 2nd, 5th and 11th Mayor of New York City in 1666, 1671 and 1678 respectively.
Thomas Delavall | |
|---|---|
| 2nd, 5th and 11th Mayor of New York City | |
| In office 1666–1667 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas Willett |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Willett |
| In office 1671–1672 | |
| Preceded by | Cornelius Van Steenwyk |
| Succeeded by | Matthias Nicoll |
| In office 1678–1679 | |
| Preceded by | Stephanus Van Cortlandt |
| Succeeded by | Francis Rombouts |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1620 London, England |
| Died | 1682 (aged 61–62) New York City |
Career edit
Born in London, England, Delavall first came to America in 1664 as an officer in Richard Nicolls' army,[1] which he later accompanied in the Invasion of New York City. Often referred to as "Captain",[1] he had since become a prominent citizen in the community. He owned a large amount of real estate around the colony, such as houses in New York City and Kingston, along with a mill in Yonkers, and land in Gravesend. Delavall was first appointed Receiver-General of New York City in 1664.[1] He was a member of the Governor's Council of Advisors in 1667, and a judge of the province in 1679.[1]
He was appointed the second mayor of New York City in 1666, succeeding Thomas Willett. He would be reappointed again in 1671, and lastly again in 1678.[1]
Death and heirs edit
Delavall's daughter married William Dervall, another future mayor of the city. Delavall died in 1682 shortly after writing his will.[1]