Edward James Roye
first member of Liberia's True Whig Party to serve as President (1815-1872)
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Summary
Edward James Roye was born on February 3, 1815[1], in Newark[2]. He died on February 12, 1872[3], in Monrovia[4]. He worked as a judge[5] and politician[6]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (410 views/month, #7,244 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Liberia[8], United States[9]
- Position held: President of Liberia[10], Chief Justice of Liberia[11], Member of the House of Representatives of Liberia[12]
- Educated at: Ohio University[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Member of political party: True Whig Party[15]
- Commons category: Edward James Roye[16]
- Family name: Roy[17]
- Given name: Edward[18]
- Commons gallery: Edward James Roye[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[20]
- Candidacy in election: 1855 Liberian general election[21], 1867 Liberian general election[22], 1869 Liberian general election[23]
- P14397: 6666[24]
Why It Matters
Edward James Roye has Wikipedia articles in 14 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 22 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Edward James Roye born?
Edward James Roye's place of birth was Newark[2].
Where did Edward James Roye die?
Edward James Roye passed away in Monrovia[4].
What did Edward James Roye do for work?
Edward James Roye worked as a judge[5] and politician[6].
Where did Edward James Roye go to school?
Edward James Roye was educated at Ohio University[13].