Robert Livingston (1708-1790)
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Robert Livingston (December 16, 1708–November 27, 1790) was the third Lord of Livingston Manor. He was son of Philip Livingston (1686-1749), and the grandson of both Robert Livingston the Elder and two-time Mayor of Albany, New York, Pieter Van Brugh. He was a member of the assembly for the manor from 1737 to 1758.
Upon his death in 1790, Livingston Manor was divided among his four younger sons and the children of his eldest son, Peter R. Livingston, of whom he disapproved. As the lands were further divided by their heirs, the Livingston’s political and economic power was subsequently diminished.
- His brother was New York Signer Philip Livingston.
- His brother was New Jersey Governor William Livingston.
- His brother-in-law was Major General William Alexander.
- His son-in-law was Congressman & Mayor of New York James Duane
