Asa Child
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For his son, see Calvin G. Child.
Asa Child (December 2, 1798 – May 11, 1858) was an American attorney who served as the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut under Andrew Jackson.[1][2]
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Asa Child | |
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United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut | |
In office 1829–1834 | |
President | Andrew Jackson |
Preceded by | Nathan Smith |
Succeeded by | William S. Holabird |
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Born | (1798-12-02)December 2, 1798 Norwich, Connecticut, US |
Died | May 11, 1858(1858-05-11) (aged 59) Norwich, Connecticut, US |
Spouse | Alice Hart Goddard Child |
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Alma mater | Yale (1821) |
Profession | Lawyer |
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