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Francis Biddle

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Francis Beverley Biddle was an American lawyer, judge, and public official who served as U.S. attorney general from 1941 to 1945 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. His tenure spanned World War II and involved administration of the Justice Department during wartime.

After the war, Biddle served as the American judge on the International Military Tribunal at Nuremberg, which tried leading surviving officials of Nazi Germany.

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When was Francis Biddle U.S. attorney general?

Francis Beverley Biddle served as U.S. attorney general from 1941 to 1945. He held the office under President Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War II.

What was Francis Biddle's role during World War II?

As attorney general, Biddle directed the U.S. Justice Department during wartime. His tenure ran from 1941 through 1945 under Roosevelt.

Was Francis Biddle a judge before becoming attorney general?

Yes, Francis Biddle was an American lawyer, judge, and public official. His later federal role was U.S. attorney general from 1941 to 1945.

Which president appointed Francis Biddle attorney general?

Francis Biddle served under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. His attorney general tenure covered the central years of World War II, from 1941 to 1945.