William M. Evarts
American lawyer, 27th Secretary of State
Born
Died
1901
125 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 27th United States Secretary of State from 1868 to 1869. Played a crucial role in several significant diplomatic negotiations during the post-Civil War era. Also held positions as the U.S. Attorney General and U.S. Senator from New York. Contributed to legal scholarship and practiced law, being involved in notable cases, including the impeachment trial of Andrew Johnson.
Served as Secretary of State
Worked as U.S. Senator from New York
Acted as U.S. Attorney General
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