James Maury

James Maury (3 Feb 1746 – 23 Feb 1840) was one of the first United States diplomats and one of the first American consuls appointed overseas. In 1790 he was appointed to the Consulate of the United States in Liverpool, one of the first overseas consulates founded by the then fledgling United States of America. Maury held the position of consul for 39 years until he was removed from office by President Andrew Jackson in 1829.

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Birth dateFebruary 03, 1746
Birth place
Albemarle County Virginia
Date of deathFebruary 23, 1840
Place of death
New York City
Known for
Consulate of the United States Liverpool
TitleConsul

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