William Osgoode
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William Osgoode (March 1754 – January 17, 1824) was the first Chief Justice of Upper Canada (now known as Ontario, Canada).
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William Osgoode | |
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Chief Justice of Upper Canada | |
In office 1792–1794 | |
Preceded by | new title |
Succeeded by | John Elmsley |
Chief Justice of Lower Canada | |
In office 1794–1801 | |
Preceded by | William Smith |
Succeeded by | Henry Allcock |
Personal details | |
Born | March 1754 London, United Kingdom |
Died | January 17, 1824(1824-01-17) (aged 69) London, United Kingdom |
Nationality | English |
Residence(s) | York, Upper Canada London |
Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford |
Occupation | Barrister |
Profession | Canadian and English jurist |
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