George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys
Politician
1645 – 1689
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Who was George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys?
George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys of Wem, PC, also known as "The Hanging Judge", was a Welsh judge. He became notable during the reign of King James II, rising to the position of Lord Chancellor. His conduct as a judge was to enforce royal policy, resulting in a historical reputation for severity and bias.
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- Born
- May 15, 1645
Acton - Nationality
- England
- Education
- Westminster School
- Trinity College, Cambridge
- Employment
- Lord Chancellor
(1685/09 - )
- Lord Chancellor
- Died
- Apr 18, 1689
Tower of London
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on July 23, 2013
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