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James Iredell Born October 5, 1751, Lewes, England
Served May 12, 1790 – October 20, 1799 (9 years, 5 months) Appointed by (No party) Left the seat Died in office Seat Associate Seat 6 · new seat, 1 Stat. 73 Predecessor None (first in this seat) Successor Alfred Moore Appointment record February 8, 1790 Nominated February 10, 1790 Confirmed (voice vote) February 10, 1790 Commissioned May 12, 1790 Judicial oath The Court's list takes this date from “some other unquestionable authority.” October 20, 1799 Died in office