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Thomas Buffum

1776 – 1852

American judge

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About Thomas Buffum

Lived 1776 – 1852 (aged 75–76). Thomas Buffum was an American politician.

Thomas Buffum (1776 – May 19, 1852) was a justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court from May 1819 to May 1823.

A native of Smithfield, Rhode Island, In addition to his judicial service, Buffum was elected as a Democrat to both houses of the Rhode Island General Assembly.

In his religious affiliation, he was a member of the Society of Friends. Buffum died at his home in Smithfield at the age of 76.

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Important facts

Born
1776
Birth century
Died
1852
Occupation
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the Rhode Island House of Representatives

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Thomas Buffum's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas Buffum?

American judge

When was Thomas Buffum born?

Thomas Buffum was born in 1776.

When did Thomas Buffum die?

Thomas Buffum died in 1852.

What was Thomas Buffum's occupation?

Thomas Buffum was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas Buffum?

Thomas Buffum was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas Buffum

· Wikidata: Q108846529

· DBpedia: Thomas Buffum

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