About William Fell Giles
Lived 1807 – 1879 (aged 71). William Fell Giles was an American politician, lawyer and judge.
William Fell Giles (April 8, 1807 – March 21, 1879) was a United States representative from Maryland and later a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland.
Education and career
Born on April 8, 1807, in Harford County, Maryland, Giles attended a private academy and the Bel Air Academy, then read law in 1829.
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Who was William Fell Giles?
American politician (1807-1879)
When was William Fell Giles born?
William Fell Giles was born on 8 April 1807 in Harford County.
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William Fell Giles died on 21 March 1879 in Baltimore.
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William Fell Giles was a politician, lawyer and judge.
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William Fell Giles was American.
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