Lewis Morris

American judge and politician

Lewis Morris - American judge and politician
Born

April 8th, 1726
298 years ago

Died

January 22nd, 1798
227 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Held the position of Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court. Contributed to the establishment of several policies during the formative years of the United States.

Signed the Declaration of Independence

Served as Chief Justice of New Jersey

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