Lewis F. Powell, Jr. facts for kids
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Lewis F. Powell, Jr.
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| Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court | |
| In office January 7, 1972 – June 26, 1987 |
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| Nominated by | Richard M. Nixon |
| Preceded by | Hugo Black |
| Succeeded by | Anthony Kennedy |
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Lewis Franklin Powell, Jr.
September 19, 1907 Suffolk, Virginia |
| Died | August 25, 1998 (aged 90) Richmond, Virginia |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Alma mater | Washington and Lee University Washington and Lee University School of Law Harvard Law School |
Lewis Franklin Powell, Jr. (born September 19, 1907 – died August 25, 1998) was an important American judge and politician. He served as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. This is the highest court in the country.
About Lewis Powell
Lewis Powell was a respected figure in American law. He was known for his thoughtful decisions. He served on the Supreme Court for many years.
Early Life and Education
Lewis Powell was born in Suffolk, Virginia, on September 19, 1907. He grew up in Virginia. He was a member of the Presbyterian church.
Powell was a very good student. He went to Washington and Lee University. He also studied law at the Washington and Lee University School of Law. Later, he continued his law studies at Harvard Law School.
Family Life
Lewis Powell was married to Josephine Pierce Rucker. Together, they had four children. They had three daughters and one son.
Later Years and Death
Lewis Powell passed away on August 25, 1998. He was 90 years old. He died in Richmond, Virginia. His death was caused by pneumonia.
