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William Munford

William Munford was an American legislator and court reporter, writer, poet, and translator.

After receiving a law degree, Munford entered politics, represented Mecklenburg County in the Virginia House of Delegates, and was elected to the state Senate. Munford was also a legal reporter for decisions of the Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, for which he prepared six annual issues a year.

He also published collections of poetry and engaged in translations of classical works, including Homer's Iliad.

Date and place of birt:15 august 1775, Mecklenburg County, USA
Date and place of death:21 june 1825, Richmond, USA
Period of activity: XVIII, XIX century
Specialization:Interpreter, Poet, Politician, Writer
Genre:History painting, Lyric poetry
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