William Wirt
American lawyer and 9th U.S. Attorney General
Born
Died
1834
192 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 9th Attorney General of the United States from 1817 to 1829. Played a significant role in shaping early American legal frameworks and policies. Advocated for the federal government's authority and the Constitution's interpretation. Wrote extensively on legal and political matters, producing influential works in the early 19th century. His tenure marked significant developments in the United States legal system.
Served as Attorney General from 1817 to 1829
Wrote legal opinions that influenced federal law
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