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What was George S. Boutwell's role in the impeachment trial of U.S. President Andrew Johnson?

  • He was a defense attorney

  • He was a judge

  • He was a juror

  • He was a House manager

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George S. Boutwell served as a House manager, or prosecutor, in the impeachment trial of U.S. President Andrew Johnson. He was a leader in the impeachment of Johnson.
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