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George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys

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Gender Male
Death335 years ago
Date of birth May 15,1645
Zodiac sign Taurus
Born Acton
Wrexham
United Kingdom
Date of died April 18,1689
DiedTower Of London
London
United Kingdom
Place of burialChurch of St Peter ad Vincula, London, United Kingdom
BooksMerope. a Tragedy. As It Is Acted at the Theatre-Royal in Lincoln's-Innfields. Written by George Jeffreys, Esq
Great grandchild Lady Charlotte Finch
Great grandparent Catrin ferch Richard ap Richard ap ap Hywel
Children John Jeffreys, 2nd Baron Jeffreys
Margaret Jeffreys
Sarah Jeffreys
Parents John Jeffreys
Margaret Ireland
Grandchildren Henrietta Louisa Fermor
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George Jeffreys, 1st Baron Jeffreys PC, also known as "the Hanging Judge", was a Welsh judge. He became notable during the reign of King James II, rising to the position of Lord Chancellor. His conduct as a judge was to enforce royal policy, resulting in a historical reputation for severity and bias.

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