William Paterson (December 24, 1745 – September 9, 1806) was born in County Antrim to William Paterson and Unknown named mother. (How about it, Ireland – who is she?) He immigrated to the U.S. at the age of two, and entered the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University) at age 14. After graduating he studied law and was admitted to the bar in 1768. After independence was achieved, Paterson…