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Cahir Davitt
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| Judge of the Supreme Court of Ireland | |
| In office 11 July 1966 – 4 January 1976 |
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| Nominated by | Government of Ireland |
| Appointed by | Éamon de Valera |
| President of the High Court | |
| In office 1 May 1951 – 10 July 1966 |
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| Nominated by | Government of Ireland |
| Appointed by | Seán T. O'Kelly |
| Preceded by | George Gavan Duffy |
| Succeeded by | Aindrias Ó Caoimh |
| Judge of the High Court | |
| In office 1 May 1945 – 11 July 1966 |
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| Nominated by | Government of Ireland |
| Succeeded by | Seán T. O'Kelly |
| Judge of the Circuit Court | |
| In office 1 November 1926 – 30 April 1951 |
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| Nominated by | Government of Ireland |
| Appointed by | Tim Healy |
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| Born | 15 August 1894 Rathmines, Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 1 March 1986 (aged 91) Kildare, Ireland |
| Political party | Fianna Fáil |
| Spouse | Kay Lavery (m. 1927; d. 1986) |
| Children | 5 |
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Cahir Davitt (born August 15, 1894 – died March 1, 1986) was an important Irish judge. He served in several high-level court positions. He was a Judge of the Supreme Court from 1966 to 1976. Before that, he was President of the High Court from 1951 to 1966. He also served as a High Court Judge from 1945 to 1966 and a Circuit Court Judge from 1926 to 1951.
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About Cahir Davitt
Cahir Davitt was born in Rathmines, Dublin, Ireland, on August 15, 1894. He was the second son of Michael Davitt, a famous Irish activist. His mother was Mary Yore, an American citizen.
Early Life and Education
Cahir Davitt went to school at St Michael's Christian Brothers in Dún Laoghaire. He also studied at Presentation Brothers Glasthule and O’Connells CBS in Dublin. He continued his education at University College Dublin and the King's Inns. He became a lawyer, known as being "called to the Bar", in January 1916.
His Role in Irish History
Cahir Davitt played a part in Ireland's history during important times. These included the Irish War of Independence and the Irish Civil War.
During the War of Independence
From 1919 to 1921, during the Irish War of Independence, Davitt worked as a judge for the Dáil Courts. These were courts set up by the Irish government that was fighting for independence. He traveled around the country hearing cases while avoiding British forces.
After a truce in July 1921, he was asked to become the Judge-Advocate General. This meant he would be in charge of military justice. He took on this role, even though it was challenging. He helped create a system for discipline within the army.
Contributions to the Army
Cahir Davitt was very important in setting up rules for the new Irish Free State Army. He wrote the first manual of regulations for the army. He is known for building the foundation for what is now called the Army Legal Services. This group helps make sure the army follows legal rules.
His Career as a Judge
Cahir Davitt had a long and distinguished career in the Irish legal system. He held several important judicial positions.
Circuit Court Judge
In November 1926, he was first appointed as an assistant Circuit Court Judge. A few months later, in 1927, he became a full Circuit Court Judge. The Circuit Court deals with many types of cases, both criminal and civil.
High Court and President
He was appointed to the High Court in 1945. The High Court handles more serious cases and appeals. In 1951, he became the President of the High Court. This was a very important leadership role in the Irish justice system. He held this position until he retired in 1966.
Cahir Davitt passed away on March 1, 1986.
