About Alonzo Morphy
Lived 1798 – 1856 (aged 57). Alonzo Morphy was an American judge and chess player.
Alonzo Michael Morphy (November 23, 1798 – November 22, 1856) was a lawyer serving as Attorney General of Louisiana from 1828 to 1830, and a justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court from August 31, 1839 to March 19, 1846, and father to Paul Morphy.
Biography Born in Charleston, South Carolina, His son, Paul Morphy, is considered one of the greatest chess players of all time.
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Who was Alonzo Morphy?
American judge (1798-1856)
When was Alonzo Morphy born?
Alonzo Morphy was born on 23 November 1798.
When did Alonzo Morphy die?
Alonzo Morphy died on 22 November 1856.
What was Alonzo Morphy's occupation?
Alonzo Morphy was a judge and chess player.
What nationality was Alonzo Morphy?
Alonzo Morphy was American.
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MLA: "Alonzo Morphy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alonzo-morphy/.
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