George Read Jr.

George Read Jr. (August 29, 1765 – September 3, 1836) was an American lawyer who served as the first U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware. The son of one of the nation's founding fathers, Read made numerous attempts at higher political office but was ultimately unsuccessful each time. Despite this, his substantial wealth acquired through his family and law career allowed him to build one of the largest homes in Delaware, which is today maintained as a museum.

For the signer of the Declaration, see George Read (American politician, born 1733).
George Read Jr.
United States Attorney for the District of Delaware
In office
1789–1816
PresidentGeorge Washington
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
James Monroe
Preceded byOffice Created
Succeeded byGeorge Read III
Personal details
Born(1765-08-29)August 29, 1765
New Castle, Delaware Colony
DiedSeptember 3, 1836(1836-09-03) (aged 71)
Political partyRepublican
OccupationLawyer
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