1816 – 1888

Morrison Waite

American jurist (1816–1888); Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1874 to 1888

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Born

1816-11-29, Lyme

Died

1888-03-23

Birthplace state

Connecticut

Biography

Morrison Waite was born in Lyme, Connecticut, in 1816 and worked as an attorney, jurist, and politician. He served as the seventh chief justice of the United States from 1874 until his death in 1888. During his tenure, the Waite Court interpreted federal authority narrowly regarding laws and amendments enacted during Reconstruction to expand the rights of freedmen and protect them from attacks by groups including the Ku Klux Klan.

Occupation

Morrison Waite is recorded as a jurist, a politician, a lawyer and a judge, born in Connecticut (1816–1888).

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Frequently asked about Morrison Waite

Who was Morrison Waite?

Morrison Waite was American jurist (1816–1888); Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1874 to 1888, born in Connecticut (1816 – 1888).

When and where was Morrison Waite born?

Morrison Waite was born on 1816-11-29 in Lyme.

When did Morrison Waite die?

Morrison died on 1888-03-23.

What was Morrison Waite known for?

Morrison Waite is recorded as a jurist, a politician, a lawyer and a judge.

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