Robert Treat

Robert Treat
Robert Treat depicted by Adolph Treidler for the 250th anniversary of Newark
23rd Governor of Connecticut Colony
In office 1689–1698
Preceded by	Position re-established
Succeeded by	Fitz-John Winthrop
In office 1683–1687
Preceded by	William Leete
Succeeded by	Position abolished
Personal details
Born	(1622-02-23)February 23, 1622 Pitminster, Somerset, England
Died	July 12, 1710(1710-07-12) (aged 88) Milford, Connecticut Colony
Spouse	Jane Tapp Treat
Occupation	Farmer/politician

Robert Treat (February 23, 1622 – July 12, 1710) was a New England Puritan colonial leader, militia officer and governor of the Connecticut Colony between 1683 and 1698. In 1666 he helped found the town of Newark, New Jersey.