Aaron Lopez

Aaron Lopez (1731–1782), born Duarte Lopez, was an Portuguese-born merchant and philanthropist. Through his varied commercial ventures, he became the wealthiest person in Newport, Rhode Island, in British America. In 1761 and 1762, Lopez unsuccessfully sued the Colony of Rhode Island for citizenship.

Aaron Lopez

Aaron Lopez (1731–1782), born Duarte Lopez, was an Portuguese-born merchant and philanthropist. Through his varied commercial ventures, he became the wealthiest person in Newport, Rhode Island, in British America. In 1761 and 1762, Lopez unsuccessfully sued the Colony of Rhode Island for citizenship.