Giles, William Fell Born April 8, 1807, in Harford County, MD Died March 21, 1879, in Baltimore, MD Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland Received a recess appointment from Franklin Pierce on July 18, 1853, to a seat vacated by John Glenn; nominated to the same position by Franklin Pierce on December 19, 1853. Confirmed by the Senate on January 11, 1854, and received commission on January 11, 1854. Service terminated on March 21, 1879, due to death. Education: Read law, 1829 Professional Career: Private practice, Baltimore, Maryland, 1829-1837, 1839, 1841-1844, 1847-1853 Maryland state delegate, 1838, 1840 U.S. representative from Maryland, 1845-1847