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William Buell Richards

1st Chief Justice of Canada (1815-1889) · Canada · On the map · Politicians · Died at 73

Sir William Buell Richards was a Canadian lawyer, politician, and judge, and served as the first Chief Justice of Canada.

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Canada
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1815 to 1889 · aged 73