Letters : to Dabney Carr, 1803-1832.

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Letters : to Dabney Carr, 1803-1832.

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William Wirt wrote to his friend Dabney Carr on various subjects including his legal practice, family news, his writings, religion, politics, health, War of 1812, Cherokee Indians, travel plans, General LaFayette, and his presidential candidacy.

74 items (346 p.)

Library of Virginia

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Wirt, William, 1772-1834

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William Wirt (November 8, 1772 – February 18, 1834) was an American author and statesman who is credited with turning the position of United States Attorney General into one of influence. He was the longest serving Attorney General in U.S. history. He was also the Anti-Masonic nominee for president in the 1832 election. Wirt grew up in Maryland but pursued a legal career in Virginia, passing the Virginia bar in 1792. After holding various positions, he served as the prosecutor in Aaron Burr's...

Carr, Dabney, 1773-1837

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