William Scroggs
Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales
Born
1623
403 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Served as a notable English judge and politician during the late 17th century. Held the influential position of Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, presiding over significant legal matters of the time. Contributed to the development of the legal system and jurisprudence in England. Involved in various prominent trials that shaped public and legal opinion during that era.
Served as Lord Chief Justice from 1678 to 1683
Presided over the trial of the Seven Bishops in 1688
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