Royall Tyler

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Royall Tyler

Law

#1485

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Jurisprudence

#56

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Royall Tyler

Literature

#3119

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Writing

#1005

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Why Is Royall Tyler Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Royall Tyler was an American jurist and playwright. He was born in Boston, graduated from Harvard University in 1776, and then served in the Massachusetts militia during the American Revolution. He was admitted to the bar in 1780, became a lawyer, and fathered eleven children. In 1801, he was appointed a Justice of the Vermont Supreme Court. He wrote a play, The Contrast, which was produced in 1787 in New York City, shortly after George Washington's inauguration. It is considered the first American comedy. Washington attended the production, which was well-received, and Tyler became a literary celebrity.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Royall Tyler?

Royall Tyler is affiliated with the following schools:

• Harvard University

What Are Royall Tyler's Academic Contributions?

Royall Tyler has made the following academic contributions:

• The Algerine Captive