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William Donald Patrick

1889 – 1967

Scottish airman, advocate and judge

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About William Donald Patrick

Lived 1889 – 1967 (aged 77). William Donald Patrick was a judge.

William Donald Patrick, Lord Patrick, (24 December 1889 – 17 February 1967) was a Scottish advocate who served with the Royal Flying Corps during World War I. After the war, he returned to practice law with great success, and became a judge in 1939, as a Senator of the College of Justice. After World War II, he was one of the 12 judges of the Tokyo War Crimes Trial at the end of the Second World War.

Early life Patrick was born in Dalry, Ayrshire, the son of William Smith Neil Patrick, Sheriff Clerk of Ayr and his wife Anne.

Death

Lord Patrick died in Edinburgh on 17 February 1967, aged 77.

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Important facts

Born
24 December 1889, Dalry
Birth century
19th century
Died
17 February 1967, Edinburgh
Occupation
Judge
Education
University of Glasgow
Positions held
Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom
Awards
Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh
Also known as
William Donald Patrick, Lord Patrick

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Donald Patrick?

Scottish airman, advocate and judge (1889-1967)

When was William Donald Patrick born?

William Donald Patrick was born on 24 December 1889 in Dalry.

When did William Donald Patrick die?

William Donald Patrick died on 17 February 1967 in Edinburgh.

What was William Donald Patrick's occupation?

William Donald Patrick was a judge.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Donald Patrick

· Wikidata: Q8007890

· DBpedia: William Donald Patrick, Lord Patrick

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