Harry Walsh, Date of Birth, Date of Death

    

Harry Walsh

Canadian lawyer

Date of Birth: 21-Aug-1913

Date of Death: 24-Feb-2011

Profession: lawyer

Nationality: Canada

Zodiac Sign: Leo


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About Harry Walsh

  • Harry Walsh (21 August 1913 – 24 February 2011) was a Canadian lawyer who practiced criminal law for over 70 years.
  • Walsh was a leading proponent in the abolition of capital punishment in Canada.
  • In recognition of that role, as well as his advocacy of access to legal representation and work in the Manitoba Jewish community, Walsh was named an Officer of the Order of Canada on December 31, 2010.
  • However, Walsh died before the investiture ceremony that occurred on May 27, 2011.
  • Walsh was still practicing law at the time of his death and he called himself "the oldest working lawyer in Canada".

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