William A. Harrison

William A. Harrison

American judge (1795–1870)

Died aged 75LeoUnited States

Biography

William Alexander Harrison (August 17, 1795 – December 31, 1870) was a Virginia lawyer, judge and politician who helped found the state of West Virginia. He represented Harrison County, Virginia in the Virginia House of Delegates for three successive terms before the American Civil War and strongly opposed Virginia's secession. He helped form the new state of West Virginia and served as a circuit court judge during the American Civil War before winning election as one of the first judges of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia.

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Career & roles

  • member of the Virginia House of Delegates

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William A. Harrison died on December 31, 1870 at the age of 75.
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William A. Harrison was born on August 17, 1795.
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William A. Harrison was born in Dumfries.
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William A. Harrison's zodiac sign is Leo.
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William A. Harrison is a citizen of United States.
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