John Page (died 1779)

John Page (died 1779) was a prominent merchant and politician in colonial Virginia. He resided in Gloucester County and served in the House of Burgesses for many years, representing that county. He was a strong advocate for colonial rights and played a role in the growing tensions with Great Britain leading up to the American Revolution. While not as widely known as some of his contemporaries like Thomas Jefferson or Patrick Henry, John Page was an influential figure within the Virginia political landscape of the mid-18th century. He was related to other prominent Virginia families, further solidifying his influence. His exact date of birth is not readily available, and biographical information on his life outside of his political and mercantile activities is relatively scarce.