James Iredell Jr.

American lawyer and 23rd Governor of NC

James Iredell Jr. - American lawyer and 23rd Governor of NC
Born

1788
237 years ago

Died

April 13th, 1853
171 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 23rd Governor of North Carolina, holding office from 1827 to 1828. Participated in the early development of the legal system in North Carolina. Engaged in various legal practices and earned a reputation as a notable legal mind in the state. Contributed to local governance and legal education during a pivotal time in North Carolina's history.

Served as the 23rd Governor of North Carolina

Contributed to legal system development in NC

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