James Speed Politician

James Speed (March 11, 1812 – June 25, 1887) was an American lawyer, politician and professor. In 1864, he was appointed by Abraham Lincoln to be the United States Attorney General. He previously served in the Kentucky Legislature, and in local political office.

Personal facts

Birth date	March 11, 1812
Birth place	Jefferson County Kentucky
Date of death	June 25, 1887
Place of death	Louisville Kentucky
Education	Transylvania University Saint Joseph's College (Kentucky)

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Office holder

military operations	American Civil War
military branch	Louisville Home Guard
party	Republican Party (United States) Whig Party (United States)
president	Abraham Lincoln Andrew Johnson
successor	Henry Stanbery