Roger B. Taney
Roger Brooke Taney (pronounced TAW-nee) (March 17, 1777 – October 12, 1864) was the fifth Chief Justice of the United States from 1836 until his death in 1864. He was the first Roman Catholic to hold this office. Taney died on the same day that his home state of Maryland abolished slavery.
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March 17 - 1777 - October 12 - 1864 - Chief Justice of the United States - 1836 - Roman Catholic - Maryland
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| ► | Background |
| ► | Political career before Supreme Court |
| ► | Career as Chief Justice |
| ► | Long-term effects |
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