Oliver Ellsworth - 2
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Oliver Ellsworth - 2
OLIVER ELLSWORTH American jurist and statesman with his autograph Date: 1745 - 1807
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1745 1807 Autograph Ellsworth Jurist Oliver
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1. Title: "Oliver Ellsworth: A Pioneer in American Law and Politics" This image showcases Oliver Ellsworth (1745-1807), an influential American jurist and statesman whose contributions to the development of the United States legal system and government are still revered today. Ellsworth's signature, dated below, adds an intriguing personal touch to this historical portrait. Born in Windsor, Connecticut, Ellsworth studied law under the esteemed lawyer, Theophilus Parsons. He was admitted to the bar in 1768 and began practicing law in Windsor. Ellsworth's legal career flourished, and he was appointed as a judge to the Connecticut Superior Court in 1780. Ellsworth's political career also took off when he was elected to the Connecticut General Assembly in 1775. He served in the Continental Congress from 1784 to 1786 and was a delegate to the Annapolis Convention in 1786, which led to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia the following year. Ellsworth was a key figure in drafting the Connecticut Compromise, which resolved the dispute between large and small states over representation in Congress. After the Constitution's ratification, Ellsworth was appointed as the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1796, serving until 1800. He was also the President pro tempore of the United States Senate from 1797 to 1801. This photograph is a testament to Ellsworth's significant role in shaping the legal and political landscape of early America. His autograph adds a unique connection to the past, making this image an essential addition to any collection of American history or legal studies.
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