Timothy Pickering was the third United States secretary of state, serving under Presidents George Washington and John Adams. He also represented Massachusetts in both houses of Congress as a member of the Federalist Party. In 1795, he was elected a member of the American Philosophical Society. Born: July 17, 1745 Died: January 29, 1829 In office: August 20, 1795 – May 12, 1800 Wiki link