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Edward James Roye

First member of Liberia's True Whig Party to serve as President (1815-1872)

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Edward James Roye was an Americo-Liberian merchant and politician who served as the fifth president of Liberia from 1870 until his overthrow in the 1871 Liberian coup d'état and subsequent death. He had previously served as the fourth Chief Justice of Liberia from 1865 until 1868. He was the first member of Liberia's True Whig Party to serve as president.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Newark wd
Died
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Place of death
Monrovia wd
Citizenship
Liberia, United States wd
Occupation
judge, politician wd
Political party
True Whig Party wd
Education
Ohio University wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Liberia (3 January 1870 – 26 October 1871)
  • Chief Justice of Liberia
  • Member of the House of Representatives of Liberia

Questions

When was Edward James Roye born?
Edward James Roye was born on 3 February 1815 in Newark.
What positions has Edward James Roye held?
Positions held by Edward James Roye include: President of Liberia (1870–1871); Chief Justice of Liberia; Member of the House of Representatives of Liberia.
Where did Edward James Roye study?
Edward James Roye was educated at Ohio University.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Edward James Roye · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q879069 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Edward James Roye2.jpg by Unknown photographer (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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