About William Henry Law
Lived 1803 – 1881 (aged 77). William Henry Law was an American politician.
William Henry Law (September 11, 1803 – March 27, 1881) was an American politician from Connecticut.
Early life William Henry Law was born on September 11, 1803, in New London, Connecticut, as the third son of Elizabeth (née Learned) and Lyman Law. His paternal grandfather was Richard Law and his great-grandfather was Jonathan Law. His maternal grandfather was Amasa Learned. His brother was John Law. He graduated from Yale College in 1822. He studied law with his father in New London and was admitted to the bar in 1826.
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American politician
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William Henry Law was born on 11 September 1803.
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William Henry Law died on 27 March 1881.
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William Henry Law was a politician.
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