James F. Byrnes

Resigned after just one year to become FDR's domestic war mobilization chief — the shortest Court tenure of the 20th century.

Associate Justice1941–1942Appointed by F. RooseveltJustice #81
Born May 2, 1882 · Charleston, SC
Died April 9, 1972 · Columbia, SC
Buried Trinity Episcopal Cathedral churchyard, Columbia, SC

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