William McKennan

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William McKennan

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Prior offices
U.S. Circuit Courts for the 3rd Circuit

Personal
Birthplace
Washington, Pa.

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William McKennan (1816-1893) was a federal judge on the United States Circuit Courts for the Third Circuit.

He was nominated by President Ulysses Grant on December 8, 1869. He was confirmed by the Senate on December 22, 1869, and received commission that same day. He retired on January 3, 1891.

Education

  • Yale College
  • Washington College, 1833
  • Read law, 1837

Professional career

  • Private practice, Washington, Pennsylvania, 1837-1852
  • Deputy state attorney general, Pennsylvania, 1837-1839
  • Burgess, Washington Borough, Pennsylvania, 1847

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