Charles Devens
American judge (1820–1891) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Not to be confused with Charlie Devens.
Charles Devens Jr. (April 4, 1820 – January 7, 1891) was an American lawyer, jurist and statesman. He also served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Quick Facts 35th United States Attorney General, President ...
Charles Devens | |
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35th United States Attorney General | |
In office March 12, 1877 – March 4, 1881 | |
President | Rutherford B. Hayes |
Preceded by | Alphonso Taft |
Succeeded by | Wayne MacVeagh |
Personal details | |
Born | (1820-04-04)April 4, 1820 Charlestown, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Died | January 7, 1891(1891-01-07) (aged 70) Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Political party | Whig (Before 1860) Democratic (1860–1867) Republican (1867–1891) |
Education | Harvard University (BA, LLB) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States • Union |
Branch/service | United States Army • Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1866 |
Rank | Brigadier General Brevet Major General |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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