Edward James Roye, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Edward James Roye

first member of Liberia's True Whig Party to serve as President

Date of Birth: 03-Feb-1815

Place of Birth: Newark, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 12-Feb-1872

Profession: judge, politician

Nationality: United States, Liberia

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius


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About Edward James Roye

  • Edward James Roye (February 3, 1815 – February 11, 1872) served as the fifth President of Liberia from 1870 to his overthrow in 1871 and subsequent violent death.
  • He had previously served as the 4th Chief Justice of Liberia from 1865 until 1868.
  • He was the first member of Liberia's True Whig Party to serve as President.

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