Pierre Adolphe Rost

American lawyer and politician

Pierre Adolphe Rost - American lawyer and politician
Born

1797
228 years ago

Died

September 6th, 1868
156 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a judge and participated in political activities in the mid-19th century. Contributed to legal developments within local jurisdictions. Engaged in cases that shaped legal precedents and influenced local governance.

Served as a circuit court judge in Illinois

Participated in the Illinois State Legislature

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