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William Lewis

1752 – 1819

Pennsylvania attorney and politician

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About William Lewis

Lived 1752 – 1819 (aged 67). William Lewis was an American politician, lawyer and judge.

William Lewis (January 22, 1752 – August 16, 1819) was a United States Attorney for the District of Pennsylvania and a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Pennsylvania.

Education and career

Born on January 22, 1752, in Edgemont, Province of Pennsylvania, British America, Lewis read law in 1773. This legislation was the first legal action towards the abolition of slavery in the United States of America. He died on August 16, 1819, in Philadelphia. At the time the house was known as Summerville. Lewis died peacefully at Summerville, at the age of 68. The house was converted into a historic house museum in 1931.

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Important facts

Born
22 January 1752, Edgemont
Birth century
18th century
Died
16 August 1819, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Occupation
Politician, lawyer, judge
Nationality
United States
Education
Read law
Positions held
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William Lewis?

Pennsylvania attorney and politician (1752-1819)

When was William Lewis born?

William Lewis was born on 22 January 1752 in Edgemont.

When did William Lewis die?

William Lewis died on 16 August 1819 in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.

What was William Lewis's occupation?

William Lewis was a politician, lawyer and judge.

What nationality was William Lewis?

William Lewis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William Lewis

· Wikidata: Q8014541

· DBpedia: William Lewis (judge)

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