Samuel Chase
American lawyer and Supreme Court Justice
Born
Died
1811
214 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in 1741, this individual served as a significant figure in the early American legal system. A prominent lawyer, he gained recognition for his vigorous defense of the American Revolution. Appointed as a judge in the District Court of Maryland, he later became an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1796. During tenure on the Supreme Court, this individual emphasized judicial independence and played a key role in landmark cases that shaped the judiciary's authority. Political controversies later surrounded this jurist, leading to a notable impeachment trial in 1804, although ultimately acquitted. His legal career spanned several decades, contributing to the foundation of America’s judicial framework.
Served as Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
Participated in the impeachment trial of 1804
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