Joseph P. Bradley
American lawyer and Supreme Court Justice
Born
March 14th, 1813
212 years ago
Died
January 22nd, 1892
133 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1870 to 1892. Appointed by President Ulysses S. Grant, contributed to significant legal precedents and decisions during a transformative period in U.S. history. Participated in cases involving civil rights, commerce, and government powers. Also served as a U.S. Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit and was involved in various legal capacities throughout his career.
Served as Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
Contributed to key decisions in civil rights cases
Served as U.S. Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit
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