Josiah Pierce

Politician

1792 – 1866

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Who was Josiah Pierce?

Josiah Pierce was a Maine politician and lawyer. Pierce, who was born in Baldwin, Maine, attended Bowdoin College. After graduating in 1821, he settled in Gorham, Maine and became a practicing lawyer. Known for his public speaking skills, Pierce served as Judge of Probate for Cumberland County. He also published A History of the Town of Gorham, Maine in 1862.

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Born
Aug 15, 1792
Baldwin
Education
  • Bowdoin College
Died
1866
Gorham

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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