Priscilla Dorsey Ridgely (July 12, 1762 – ) was First Lady of Maryland.

Early life

Ridgely was born on July 12, 1762, in Anne Arundel County.

Career

She managed the Hampton Mansion. In 1782, she married Charles Carnan Ridgely, who was

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from 1816 to 1819. She was a

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elder.

Death and legacy

Ridgely died on April 30, 1814, in Baltimore County.

References

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