Augustus B. Woodward
Augustus Brevoort Woodward (born Elias Brevoort Woodward; November 1774 – June 12, 1827) was the first Chief Justice of the Michigan Territory. In that position, he played a prominent role in the reconstruction of Detroit following a devastating fire in 1805. He promoted an urban design based on radial avenues, as in Washington, DC and Paris. He is also known as one of the founders of the University of Michigan, established by the legislature in 1817.
Augustus B. Woodward | |
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| United States Judge for the Territory of Florida | |
| In office August 26, 1824 – June 12, 1827 | |
| Appointed by | James Monroe |
| United States Judge for the Territory of Michigan | |
| In office March 3, 1805 – February 1, 1824 | |
| Appointed by | Thomas Jefferson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 1774 |
| Died | June 12, 1827 (aged 52) |
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