What is Joseph Christian's full name?
Joseph Christian
Joseph Christian nickname(s):
Joseph Christian
Joseph Christian date of birth:
July 28, 1828
How old was Joseph Christian when died?
76
Where was Joseph Christian born?
Middlesex County, Virginia USA
When did Joseph Christian die?
May 29, 1905
Where did Joseph Christian die?
Richmond, Virginia USA
What is Joseph Christian nationality?
American
Where did Joseph Christian go to university?
Columbian College (now George Washington University), Staunton, Virginia
What is Joseph Christian's occupation?
Judge
Joseph Christian claim to fame:
Virginia State Senate
Short Biography
Joseph Christian (July 28, 1828 – May 29, 1905) was born in Middlesex County, v*rginia. He was educated at Columbian College (now George Washington University) in Washington, D. C. and studied law at Staunton, v*rginia. Admitted to the bar at the age of 21, he started practicing law in Middlesex and adjoining counties. In 1858, he was elected to the v*rginia State Senate and served as a Senator during the American Civil War. He was elected circuit judge in 1866, for the circuit composed of the counties of Middlesex, Gloucester, Matthews, James City, Warwick, New Kent, Charles City and Henrico. He moved to Richmond in 1869 and formed a law partnership with William T. Joynes. This partnership lasted until January 1, 1870 when both partners were elected to the Supreme Court of Appeals. Judge Christian served on the bench for twelve years. Being defeated for re-election in 1882, he returned to private practice. He died in Richmond.