Richard Russell Sr.
Richard Russell Sr. | |
|---|---|
| Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia | |
| In office 1923–1938 | |
| Preceded by | William H. Fish |
| Succeeded by | Charles S. Reid |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Richard Brevard Russell April 27, 1861 Marietta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | December 3, 1938 (aged 77) Winder, Georgia |
| Cause of death | Heart attack |
| Spouses | |
| Children | 15, including Richard Jr., Robert, and Alexander |
| Relatives | Russell family |
Richard Brevard Russell Sr. (April 27, 1861 – December 3, 1938) was an American lawyer, legislator, jurist, and candidate for political office. He is the patriarch of the Russell Family of Georgia, a notable 20th century Georgia political family.